Knappa, OR

Oregon

Knappa is a small town in Oregon with a population of 922. Residents earn $85,357 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
922 Population 445/sq mi density
$85,357 Median Income $35,258 per capita
$409,700 Home Value
$986 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$85,357 median income, 1.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$409,700 home value, $986/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,357
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $409,700
45% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $986
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population922
Median Age34.6 yrs
Density445/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,357
Per Capita$35,258
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$133M
Commute28 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$409,700
Rent$986
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Elevation106 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute28 min
Libraries1

Is Knappa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Knappa receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Knappa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Knappa is $85,357, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Knappa is $409,700, 45% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Knappa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Knappa has a population of 922 with a density of 445 people per square mile. The median age is 34.6 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88%), with 7.8% Hispanic.

Population

922
Total Population
445
People / sq mi
34.6yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Knappa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Knappa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Knappa is $85,357, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Knappa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,357
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,258
Avg Weekly Wage$867
IRS Avg AGI$73,181

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)132
County GDP$133M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare3
Retail12
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,483
28% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Knappa is $409,700, 45% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$409,700
45% above US avg
Median List Price$575,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$575,000
$/Sq Ft$360
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio105.9%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$986
15% below US avg

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-Occupied88.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,483
28% above US avg
Effective Rate1.09%
In Knappa, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma12.6%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Checkup Rate70.1%
Premature Death6,037/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access64.8%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Knappa has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation106 ft (32 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density445/sq mi
Coordinates46.1708°N, 123.5798°W
County FIPS53069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.6%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 18.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score5.14
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density445/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants11
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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