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Hermiston, OR
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Hermiston, OR
At a Glance
How Hermiston Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hermiston's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hermiston a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hermiston residents earn a median household income of $67,128 , which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,540. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2% (17% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 412 business establishments, including 25 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hermiston is $244,700 , 13% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $335,831. Median rent is $1,009/month, with 28.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1984.
Safety & Crime
Hermiston reports 264 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 30% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,043/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
15.1% of adults in Hermiston hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below the national average). 75.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hermiston has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 8.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.