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Cove, OR

Oregon · Union County

Cove is a small town in Oregon with a population of 638. Residents earn $67,813 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
638 Population 798/sq mi density
$67,813 Median Income $98,317 per capita
$243,800 Home Value $469,699 Zillow
$1,175 Median Rent 45.4% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 311 sunny days/yr
115 Violent Crime/100K 2,494 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$67,813 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$243,800 home value, $1,175/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
115 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $67,813
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $243,800
14% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 115/100K
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.3%
10% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,175
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population638
Median Age47.3 yrs
Density798/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans12.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,813
Per Capita$98,317
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$1,340M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$243,800
Rent$1,175
Ownership76.5%
Zillow$469,699
Housing Units315
Rent Burden45.4%

Crime

F
Violent115/100K
Property2,494/100K

Health

Obesity34.8%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking13.3%
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain14.8 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation2,914 ft (888 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.3%
High School+93.3%
Graduate+12.0%
School Score5.01

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 28%
Commute22 min
Broadband83.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Cove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cove receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Cove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cove is $67,813, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cove is $243,800, 14% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,175 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Cove is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 115 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,494 per 100,000, 27% above the national average.

Education

30.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Cove experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 311 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.8 inches, including 16.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Cove has a population of 638 with a density of 798 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.6% female and 51.4% male. The city is predominantly White (91.7%), with 7.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.7% of residents. 12.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 17.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

638
Total Population
798
People / sq mi
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Cove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cove is $67,813, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $98,317 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,007, 30% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,047 business establishments, including 70 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,813
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$98,317
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$64,721
Gini Index0.432 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,047
County GDP$1,340M

Business (County)

Restaurants70
Healthcare79
Retail106
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,701
6% above US avg
Cost of Living103.40 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Cove is $243,800, 14% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $469,699, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,175 (1% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,143 for a one-bedroom to $1,425 for a two-bedroom apartment. 76.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 315 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. The average annual property tax is $3,701. 45.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$243,800
14% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$469,699

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,175
1% above US avg
Rent Burden45.4%

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

Homeownership76.5%
Owner-Occupied76.5%
Renter-Occupied23.5%
Housing Units315
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,701
6% above US avg
Effective Rate1.52%
In Cove, 34.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 29.6% have high blood pressure. 13.3% are current smokers. 18.8% report binge drinking. 18.5% are physically inactive, below the national average. 28.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.5% experience frequent mental distress. 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,191. The dentist ratio is 1:1,540. 84.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma12.4%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity18.5%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep31.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.2%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,191
Dentists1:1,540
Mental Health1:208
Checkup Rate70.4%
Dental Visits66.0%
Premature Death9,097/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access84.6%
Healthcare Facilities79
Cove has a violent crime rate of 115 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,494 per 100,000, 27% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Cove receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent114.8/100K
70% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,494.3/100K
27% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Traffic Accidents45
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Cove experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 311 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 14.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 16.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32. The city sits at an elevation of 2,914 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,914 ft (888 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density798/sq mi
Coordinates45.2964°N, 117.8102°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountyUnion County County
Nearest AirportEastern Oregon Regional At Pendleton (PDT)
55 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.8"
61% below US avg
Snowfall 16.2"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.24"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.75"

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score43.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability51.8 / 100
Community Resilience34.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Low
Avalanche Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

99 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M2.6 on Feb 10, 2025.

Nov 28, 1991 7 km S of Walla Walla East, Washington M4.3 87 km
Jul 14, 1992 6 km S of Walla Walla East, Washington M4.1 87 km
Oct 27, 1994 11 km SE of Halfway, Oregon M4.0 83 km
Jan 23, 2015 3 km N of Cayuse, Oregon M3.5 74 km
Dec 24, 1999 18 km WNW of New Meadows, Idaho M3.5 108 km
Sep 26, 1995 9 km E of McCall, Idaho M3.4 150 km
Feb 28, 2004 10 km WSW of Wallula, Washington M3.3 125 km
Dec 15, 1991 6 km SSW of Walla Walla East, Washington M3.3 88 km
Aug 27, 2000 16 km W of Richland, Oregon M3.3 70 km
Jun 16, 1992 10 km ESE of Halfway, Oregon M3.3 82 km
Jul 20, 1998 9 km ESE of Halfway, Oregon M3.3 81 km
Nov 23, 2001 6 km WNW of New Meadows, Idaho M3.2 119 km
Jan 26, 1992 28 km ENE of Halfway, Oregon M3.2 84 km
Jul 19, 1998 10 km ESE of Halfway, Oregon M3.2 82 km
Jul 25, 2009 10 km NW of Brogan, Oregon M3.2 110 km
Apr 10, 2012 3 km WNW of Touchet, Washington M3.2 109 km
Aug 14, 2017 19 km NNW of Halfway, Oregon M3.1 55 km
Oct 25, 1994 9 km ESE of Halfway, Oregon M3.1 81 km
Oct 1, 2003 25 km W of Richland, Oregon M3.1 67 km
Jul 13, 2000 7 km NW of Unity, Oregon M3.1 98 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

21 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2. Total: 1 injury.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 4, 2006 EF2 91 km 0
Jun 11, 1968 EF2 70 km 0
May 6, 2022 EF1 66 km 0
May 6, 2009 EF1 72 km 0
Mar 5, 2024 EF0 80 km 0
Jun 27, 2023 EF0 84 km 0
Jul 12, 2016 EF0 64 km 0
May 9, 2013 EF0 42 km 0
May 6, 2009 EF0 38 km 0
Aug 21, 2006 EF0 43 km 0
Jun 23, 2004 EF0 47 km 0
Jul 13, 2002 EF0 91 km 0
May 17, 1996 EF0 73 km 0
May 11, 1995 EF0 57 km 0
Jul 22, 1992 EF0 87 km 0
Jul 22, 1992 EF0 84 km 0
May 1, 1991 EF0 84 km 0
Aug 24, 1987 EF0 95 km 0
Jun 21, 1983 EF0 21 km 0
Sep 16, 1975 EF0 52 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: DOUBLE CREEK (171,012 ac, 2022).

Year Name Acres Distance
2022 DOUBLE CREEK 171,012 94 km
2006 COLUMBIA COMPLEX 118,865 97 km
2015 CORNET-WINDY RIDGE 102,553 79 km
2015 BUTTE CREEK 79,418 81 km
2007 BATTLE CREEK COMPLEX (BATTLE CREEK) 79,114 92 km
2012 CACHE CREEK 75,521 98 km
1988 TEEPEE BUTTE 59,565 94 km
2006 FOSTER GULCH 52,496 82 km
1996 TOWER 50,827 75 km
2021 GREEN RIDGE 44,604 97 km
2005 GRANITE COMPLEX 37,332 98 km
1986 JOSEPH/STARVATION 37,064 76 km
1996 BULL COMPLEX (SUMMIT) 36,318 94 km
2024 THOMPSON 31,066 85 km
2005 SNAKE ONE 24,056 99 km
2021 ELBOW CREEK 23,103 65 km
2024 COYOTE 21,880 85 km
2022 STURGILL 21,641 21 km
2013 RAFT 20,722 93 km
1989 DOOLEY MOUNTAIN 18,747 79 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 2.1 in
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.5 in
March 34°F (1°C) 1.7 in
April 40°F (4°C) 1.7 in
May 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in
June 54°F (12°C) 1.8 in
July 68°F (20°C) 0.8 in Warmest, Driest
August 61°F (16°C) 1.0 in
September 53°F (12°C) 1.1 in
October 44°F (7°C) 1.4 in
November 34°F (1°C) 2.1 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 2.2 in Coldest, Wettest

Cove has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 27°F in December to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.2") and July the driest (0.8").

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Cove is located in Union County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 30.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 10% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. 12.0% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 68.7% of the vote, a 40.6-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 79 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 85.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 40.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Traffic Accidents45
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.3%
10% below US avg
High School+93.3%
Graduate Degree+12.0%
School Test Score5.01
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density798/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi
CountyUnion County County

Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Avg Download Speed47.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities79
Restaurants70
Retail Stores106

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%
Average costs for common services in Cove. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $259 ($155–$414)
Specialist Visit $362 ($207–$569)
Urgent Care Visit $207 ($103–$362)
Emergency Room Visit $2,275 ($827–$5,170)
Dental Cleaning $134 ($78–$207)
Dental Filling $259 ($155–$414)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $47 ($26–$78)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $78 ($52–$124)
Brake Pad Replacement $310 ($155–$517)
Tire Rotation $41 ($21–$78)
New Tires (Set of 4) $620 ($414–$1,034)
Battery Replacement $207 ($103–$362)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $103 ($62–$155)
Electrician (Per Hour) $93 ($52–$145)
HVAC Repair $414 ($155–$827)
HVAC System Install $7,238 ($4,136–$12,408)
Roof Repair $1,034 ($414–$2,068)
Roof Replacement $9,306 ($5,687–$15,510)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,551 ($517–$3,619)
Divorce (Contested) $15,510 ($5,170–$31,020)
DUI Defense $5,170 ($2,068–$10,340)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,551 ($827–$3,102)
Will Preparation $517 ($207–$1,034)
Trust Preparation $2,585 ($1,034–$5,170)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $26 ($16–$47)
Women's Haircut $57 ($31–$103)
Hair Coloring (Full) $155 ($78–$259)
Manicure $26 ($16–$47)
Pedicure $41 ($26–$67)
Massage (1 Hour) $83 ($52–$134)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.24 ($3.10–$5.69)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.62 ($2.59–$5.17)
Loaf of Bread $3.93 ($2.59–$5.69)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.65 ($3.10–$6.72)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.69 ($4.14–$7.76)
Rice (per lb) $1.03 ($0.62–$1.86)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $145 ($83–$259)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $72 ($31–$155)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $72 ($41–$124)
Internet (Monthly) $72 ($41–$103)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $67 ($31–$103)
Cable TV (Monthly) $88 ($52–$155)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $207 ($78–$517)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,068 ($1,241–$3,619)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $72 ($31–$134)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.27–$26)
Car Registration (Annual) $103 ($31–$259)
Driver's License Renewal $31 ($16–$78)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,241 ($620–$2,585)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,034 ($517–$2,068)
After-School Care (Monthly) $414 ($207–$724)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $52 ($26–$103)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,034 ($414–$2,585)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,925 ($5,170–$31,020)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $62 ($31–$103)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $103 ($52–$207)
Dog Grooming $62 ($31–$103)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $41 ($21–$78)
Dog Spay/Neuter $310 ($155–$517)
Cat Spay/Neuter $207 ($103–$414)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$854
Toddler$784
Preschool$650
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$749
Toddler$699
Preschool$650
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Union County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,820 162 $61,367 1.21
Retail Trade 1,427 98 $33,896 1.36
Manufacturing 1,220 33 $60,378 1.42
Accommodation & Food Services 922 77 $22,872 0.97
Construction 595 117 $60,088 1.08
Agriculture & Forestry 393 85 $51,348 4.63
Professional & Technical Services 329 69 $58,886 0.45
Other Services 310 94 $33,641 0.98
Transportation & Warehousing 258 36 $51,230 0.58
Finance & Insurance 206 38 $57,740 0.48
Administrative & Waste Services 192 38 $42,678 0.31
Arts & Entertainment 117 15 $22,454 0.66
Real Estate 107 24 $35,859 0.66
Information & Technology 82 18 $66,747 0.42
Management of Companies 70 4 $101,330 0.40
Educational Services 33 7 $27,113 0.15
Unclassified 6 8 $36,429 0.41

Schools in Cove

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cove Charter School (Charter) Other 298 0
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Radio Stations near Cove

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Cove

29 campgrounds found near Cove.

National Parks Near Cove

2 national parks and monuments found near Cove.

ParkTypeFee
Fields Spring State Park Free
Whitman Mission National Historic Site National Historic Site Free

Museums in Cove

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
THINK LINK DISCOVERY MUSEUM FOR CHILDREN & ADULTSCHILDREN'S MUSEUM$10,555
THINK LINK DISCOVERY MUSEUMSGENERAL MUSEUM5419752040$10,555
RICH TO RUST MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
UNION COUNTY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5415626003

Libraries in Cove

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
UNION CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY182 N MAIN ST0.015,812

Restaurants in Cove

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cove Steakhouse

Fire Stations in Cove

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Cove Rural Fire Protection District607 Main STVolunteer541-568-7734

Bridges in Cove

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabPrestressed concrete19661501,298F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200125614G
CulvertConcrete continuous194621592F
SlabPrestressed concrete1971130247F
SlabPrestressed concrete197789124F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199410785G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20153480F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19572460F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20094040G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20032537F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19802815G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20107615G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20136510G

Airports Near Cove

29 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Baker City Municipal AirportBKEMedium Airport
Bald Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Beach Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Cove Side Ranch Port AirportSmall Airport
Darcy's Air StripSmall Airport
Durkee AirportSmall Airport
Enterprise Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Flying Squirrel Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Galt's Gulch AirportSmall Airport
Jensens StripSmall Airport
Joseph State AirportSmall Airport
King's AirportSmall Airport
La Grande/Union County AirportLGDSmall Airport
Lazy F Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Mac FieldSmall Airport
Maxwell Private AirportSmall Airport
Minam Lodge AirportSmall Airport
Muddy Creek AirportSmall Airport
Oregon Sky Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Page AirportSmall Airport
Peacock Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Peavine AirportSmall Airport
Pine Valley AirportSmall Airport
Powwatka Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Reds Wallowa Horse Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Redtail Ranch AirstripSmall Airport
Stonebrink AirportSmall Airport
Tamarack Springs Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Vey Sheep Ranch AirportSmall Airport

Grocery Stores in Cove

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollars CornerConvenience Store808 Main St

Post Offices in Cove

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Cove Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cove

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
EASTERN OREGON EPISCOPAL FOUNDATIONPO BOX 236
EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF EASTERN OREGON 601 UNIONPO BOX 236
FULL CIRCLE FAMILY60643 SUNDAY DR

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cove

What is the population of Cove?

Cove has a population of 638 residents and is located in Oregon. The population density is 798 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.6% female and 51.4% male.

Is Cove expensive to live in?

Cove has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.4 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $67,813, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $243,800 (14% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,175 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cove safe?

Cove is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 115 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,494 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Cove receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cove?

Cove has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.8 inches, with 16.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 32.

How is the job market in Cove?

The job market in Cove is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,007. There are 1,047 business establishments in the area, including 70 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 8.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cove?

The median home value in Cove is $243,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $469,699. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,175. Fair market rent is $1,143 for a 1-bedroom and $1,425 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 76.5%. The average annual property tax is $3,701.

How are the schools in Cove?

Schools in Cove score 5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 30.3% of adults in Cove hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. 12.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Cove?

The obesity rate in Cove is 34.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.3% of adults are smokers. 18.5% are physically inactive. 28.7% of residents report depression. 7.5% lack health insurance. 84.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,191.

What is transportation like in Cove?

The average commute in Cove is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cove?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cove is 91.7% White, 7.1% Hispanic or Latino. 96.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.3% speak Spanish. 12.0% of the population are military veterans. 17.6% of residents have a disability. 85.2% have health insurance coverage.

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