Mapleton, OR

Oregon · Metropolitan Area

Mapleton is a small town in Oregon with a population of 527. Residents earn $53,333 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
527 Population 586/sq mi density
$53,333 Median Income $25,270 per capita
$352,600 Home Value $365,629 Zillow
$1,119 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$53,333 median income, 2.1% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$352,600 home value, $1,119/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,333
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $352,600
25% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,119
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.1%
110% higher than US avg

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

People

Population527
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density586/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,333
Per Capita$25,270
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty26.1%
County GDP$6,267M
Commute22 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$352,600
Rent$1,119
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$365,629

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.4%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain84.0 in/yr
Elevation339 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+92.6%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 28% / D 68%
Commute22 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Mapleton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mapleton receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Mapleton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mapleton is $53,333, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 26.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mapleton is $352,600, 25% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,119 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Mapleton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 84.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Mapleton has a population of 527 with a density of 586 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.7%), with 3.6% Hispanic.

Population

527
Total Population
586
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Mapleton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mapleton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mapleton is $53,333, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Mapleton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,333
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,270
Avg Weekly Wage$1,292
IRS Avg AGI$89,865

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.1%
110% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,121
County GDP$6,267M

Business (County)

Restaurants245
Healthcare307
Retail261
Manufacturing97

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,646
90% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Mapleton is $352,600, 25% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,119 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $365,629.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$352,600
25% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$365,629

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,119
4% 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-Occupied64.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,646
90% above US avg
Effective Rate1.88%
In Mapleton, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.4% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma13.9%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression31.4%
Mental Distress23.0%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Checkup Rate69.4%
Premature Death4,158/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access92.4%
Healthcare Facilities307

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Mapleton has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 84.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average55.6°F
3% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall84.0 inches
121% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation339 ft (103 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density586/sq mi
Coordinates44.0334°N, 123.8648°W
County FIPS41003
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 39.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 28.5%
D 68.1%

Winner: Democrat by 39.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+92.6%
School Test Score5.14
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density586/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities307
Restaurants245
Retail Stores261

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Work from Home3.5%

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