Keno, OR

Oregon

Keno is a small town in Oregon with a population of 1,853. Residents earn $71,643 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,853 Population 200/sq mi density
$71,643 Median Income $29,925 per capita
$315,900 Home Value $315,067 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
48°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
$71,643 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$315,900 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,643
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $315,900
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.9%
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,853
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density200/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,643
Per Capita$29,925
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$3,627M
Commute27 min

Housing

A
Home Value$315,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$315,067

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain18.9 in/yr
Elevation4,115 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+90.5%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute27 min
Libraries12

Is Keno a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Keno receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Keno offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Keno is $71,643, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Keno is $315,900, 12% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Keno experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.9 inches, including 52.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Keno has a population of 1,853 with a density of 200 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.7%).

Population

1,853
Total Population
200
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
9.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Keno vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Keno vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Keno is $71,643, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Keno vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,643
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,925
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$59,413

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% 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 Rate1.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Keno is $315,900, 12% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $315,067.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$315,900
12% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$315,067

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-Occupied89.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,619
3% above US avg
Effective Rate1.15%
In Keno, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma12.8%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate69.7%
Premature Death11,782/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Keno has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.9 inches
50% below US avg
Snowfall52.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,115 ft (1,254 m)
Area9.3 sq mi (24.0 km²)
Population Density200/sq mi
Coordinates42.1311°N, 121.9283°W
County FIPS41035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.8%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 41.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.9%
41% below US avg
High School+90.5%
School Test Score5.14
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density200/sq mi
Total Area9.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities175
Restaurants195
Retail Stores217

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Work from Home6.2%

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