Detroit, OR

Oregon · Metropolitan Area

Detroit is a small town in Oregon with a population of 108. Residents earn $59,583 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
108 Population 183/sq mi density
$59,583 Median Income $48,332 per capita
$307,100 Home Value $426,239 Zillow
$733 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$59,583 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$307,100 home value, $733/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,583
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $307,100
9% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.9%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $733
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population108
Median Age56.5 yrs
Density183/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans84.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,583
Per Capita$48,332
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$23,937M
Commute35 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$307,100
Rent$733
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$426,239

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain93.6 in/yr
Elevation1,593 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.9%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute35 min
Broadband53.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries6

Is Detroit a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Detroit receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Detroit offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Detroit is $59,583, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Detroit is $307,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $733 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Detroit experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 93.6 inches, including 10.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Detroit has a population of 108 with a density of 183 people per square mile. The median age is 56.5 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%).

Population

108
Total Population
183
People / sq mi
56.5yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.4%
Female 42.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Detroit vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Detroit vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Detroit is $59,583, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Detroit vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,583
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$48,332
Avg Weekly Wage$1,207
IRS Avg AGI$72,475

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)12,695
County GDP$23,937M

Business (County)

Restaurants832
Healthcare1,215
Retail1,124
Manufacturing360

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,970
42% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.4 min
Work from Home26.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Detroit is $307,100, 9% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $733 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $426,239.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$307,100
9% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$426,239

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$733
37% 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-Occupied86.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,970
42% above US avg
Effective Rate1.62%
In Detroit, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.9% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma13.2%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression30.9%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death7,452/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access89.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,215

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)43
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Detroit has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 93.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall93.6 inches
146% above US avg
Snowfall10.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,593 ft (486 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density183/sq mi
Coordinates44.7338°N, 122.1517°W
County FIPS41047
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.5%
D 47.5%

Winner: Republican by 2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.9%
29% below US avg
High School+93.2%
School Test Score5.14
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density183/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities1,215
Restaurants832
Retail Stores1,124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)43
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.4 min
Work from Home26.0%

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