Chiloquin, OR

Oregon

Chiloquin is a small town in Oregon with a population of 459. Residents earn $34,659 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
459 Population 560/sq mi density
$34,659 Median Income $20,306 per capita
$115,300 Home Value $290,749 Zillow
$594 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$34,659 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$115,300 home value, $594/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,659
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,300
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $594
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.9%
36% higher than US avg

How Chiloquin Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population459
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density560/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 44%

Economy

C+
Median Income$34,659
Per Capita$20,306
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty16.9%
County GDP$3,627M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,300
Rent$594
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$290,749

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain21.1 in/yr
Elevation4,182 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+86.5%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute16 min
EV Stations2
Libraries12

Is Chiloquin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chiloquin receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Chiloquin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chiloquin is $34,659, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chiloquin is $115,300, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $594 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Chiloquin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.1 inches, including 61.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Chiloquin has a population of 459 with a density of 560 people per square mile. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (55.3%), with 44% White.

Population

459
Total Population
560
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Chiloquin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chiloquin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chiloquin is $34,659, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Chiloquin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,659
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,306
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$59,413

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.9%
36% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,382
County GDP$3,627M

Business (County)

Restaurants195
Healthcare175
Retail217
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,619
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.0 min
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Chiloquin is $115,300, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $594 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $290,749.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,300
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$290,749
Median List Price$300,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$300,000
$/Sq Ft$147
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.9%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$594
49% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,051
1 Bedroom$1,143
2 Bedrooms$1,425
3 Bedrooms$1,963
4 Bedrooms$2,318

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,619
3% above US avg
Effective Rate3.14%
In Chiloquin, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.0% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Chiloquin vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure36.1%
Asthma15.1%
COPD8.4%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression29.0%
Mental Distress23.2%
Physical Distress17.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.6%
Checkup Rate70.4%
Premature Death11,782/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access74.6%
Healthcare Facilities175

Crime Rates: Chiloquin vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Chiloquin has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.1 inches
45% below US avg
Snowfall61.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,182 ft (1,275 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density560/sq mi
Coordinates42.5764°N, 121.8678°W
County FIPS41035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.8%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 41.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+86.5%
School Test Score5.14
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density560/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities175
Restaurants195
Retail Stores217

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.0 min
Work from Home8.6%

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