Fort Klamath, OR

Oregon

Fort Klamath is a small town in Oregon with a population of 134. Residents earn $2,499 per year, which is 97% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
134 Population 558/sq mi density
$2,499 Median Income $20,510 per capita
$210,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$2,499 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$210,000 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
26.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $2,499
97% lower than US avg
Home Value $210,000
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.9%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population134
Median Age66.1 yrs
Density558/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B
Median Income$2,499
Per Capita$20,510
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,627M

Housing

F
Home Value$210,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain21.1 in/yr
Elevation4,176 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
CommuteN/A
Broadband68.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries12

Is Fort Klamath a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort Klamath receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Fort Klamath has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fort Klamath is $2,499, 97% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fort Klamath is $210,000, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. With a home price-to-income ratio of 84x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

26.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Fort Klamath 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.

Fort Klamath has a population of 134 with a density of 558 people per square mile. The median age is 66.1 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%).

Population

134
Total Population
558
People / sq mi
66.1yrs
Median Age
70% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Klamath vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.2%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.8%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fort Klamath vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Klamath is $2,499, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Fort Klamath vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$2,499
97% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,510
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$59,413

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below 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 Rate1.72%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fort Klamath is $210,000, 26% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$210,000
26% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied93.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,619
3% above US avg
Effective Rate1.72%

Health Metrics: Fort Klamath vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.7%
Premature Death11,782/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Fort Klamath 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

Elevation4,176 ft (1,273 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density558/sq mi
Coordinates42.7050°N, 121.9943°W
County FIPS41035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 26.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.9-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.8%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 41.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.9%
20% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.14
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density558/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
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

Work from Home0.0%

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