Lookingglass, OR

Oregon

Lookingglass is a small town in Oregon with a population of 994. Residents earn $85,813 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
994 Population 86/sq mi density
$85,813 Median Income $33,259 per capita
$445,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$85,813 median income, 6.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$445,100 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,813
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $445,100
58% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population994
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density86/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A
Median Income$85,813
Per Capita$33,259
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$5,360M
Commute19 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$445,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain33.7 in/yr
Elevation642 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+86.3%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute19 min
Libraries7

Is Lookingglass a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lookingglass is $85,813, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lookingglass is $445,100, making it a premium housing market at 58% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lookingglass enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Lookingglass has a population of 994 with a density of 86 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.8%).

Population

994
Total Population
86
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
11.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Lookingglass vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lookingglass vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lookingglass is $85,813, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Lookingglass vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,813
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,259
Avg Weekly Wage$1,038
IRS Avg AGI$65,188

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,503
County GDP$5,360M

Business (County)

Restaurants275
Healthcare326
Retail395
Manufacturing131

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,648
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.9 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Lookingglass is $445,100, 58% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$445,100
58% above 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-Occupied93.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,648
4% above US avg
Effective Rate0.82%
In Lookingglass, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 18.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma12.3%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity18.1%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Checkup Rate70.7%
Premature Death10,750/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access49.6%
Healthcare Facilities326

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Lookingglass has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average56.4°F
4% above US avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.7 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation642 ft (196 m)
Area11.6 sq mi (30.0 km²)
Population Density86/sq mi
Coordinates43.1848°N, 123.4999°W
County FIPS41019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.6%
D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 37.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+86.3%
School Test Score5.14
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density86/sq mi
Total Area11.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities326
Restaurants275
Retail Stores395

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.9 min
Work from Home2.4%

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