John Day, OR
Full City Profile · Oregon · Grant County County
John Day, OR
At a Glance
How John Day Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows John Day's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is John Day a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
John Day residents earn a median household income of $75,917 , which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,070. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9% (19% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 340 business establishments, including 25 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in John Day is $199,400 , 29% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $270,942. Median rent is $942/month, with 18.4% 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 1967.
Education
22.5% of adults in John Day hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below the national average). 89.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
John Day has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.