Klamath Falls, OR
Full City Profile · Oregon · Klamath County County
Klamath Falls, OR
At a Glance
How Klamath Falls Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Klamath Falls's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Klamath Falls a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Klamath Falls residents earn a median household income of $47,268 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,828. The unemployment rate stands at 10.5% (192% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,382 business establishments, including 195 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Klamath Falls is $257,400 , 9% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $306,973. Median rent is $962/month, with 34.0% 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 1966.
Safety & Crime
Klamath Falls reports 484 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 27% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,706/100K.
Education
22.3% of adults in Klamath Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below the national average). 87.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Klamath Falls has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.