Lexington, OR

Oregon

Lexington is a small town in Oregon with a population of 138. Residents earn $40,625 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
138 Population 314/sq mi density
$40,625 Median Income $23,232 per capita
$202,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$40,625 median income, 3.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$202,100 home value
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,625
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $202,100
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population138
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density314/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B+
Median Income$40,625
Per Capita$23,232
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,101M
Commute14 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$202,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.2%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain13.1 in/yr
Elevation1,459 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+90.4%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 24%
Commute14 min
Broadband69.0%
Libraries4

Is Lexington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lexington receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Lexington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lexington is $40,625, 46% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lexington is $202,100, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lexington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.1 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Lexington has a population of 138 with a density of 314 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87%), with 6.5% Hispanic.

Population

138
Total Population
314
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Lexington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lexington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lexington is $40,625, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Lexington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,625
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,232
Avg Weekly Wage$1,373
IRS Avg AGI$63,624

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)412
County GDP$2,101M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare20
Retail29
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,828
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lexington is $202,100, 28% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$202,100
28% below US avg

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-Occupied84.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,828
19% below US avg
Effective Rate1.40%
In Lexington, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.2% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma12.5%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression29.2%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate70.1%
Premature Death8,669/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access55.3%
Healthcare Facilities20

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Lexington has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.1 inches
66% below US avg
Snowfall12.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,459 ft (445 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density314/sq mi
Coordinates45.4462°N, 119.6880°W
County FIPS41049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.4-point margin. 69.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.5%
D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 48.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+90.4%
School Test Score5.14
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density314/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants25
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

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