Meacham, OR

Oregon

Meacham is a small town in Oregon with a population of 41.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
41 Population 18/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $21,995 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
73.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 73.2%
117% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 39.0%
983% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population41
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density18/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans52.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$21,995
Unemployment39.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,552M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Elevation3,740 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+73.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 30%
CommuteN/A
Broadband26.0%
Libraries12

Is Meacham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Meacham receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Meacham stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 39.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Meacham is a highly educated community — 73.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Meacham has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches, including 113.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Meacham has a population of 41 with a density of 18 people per square mile. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.2%), with 26.8% Hispanic.

Population

41
Total Population
18
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Meacham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Meacham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Meacham is N/A. The unemployment rate is 39.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Meacham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$21,995
Avg Weekly Wage$1,069
IRS Avg AGI$63,429

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment39.0%
983% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,534
County GDP$4,552M

Business (County)

Restaurants174
Healthcare178
Retail235
Manufacturing63

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,015
15% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied20.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,015
15% above US avg
In Meacham, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.9%
2% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity18.0%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.6%
Checkup Rate63.7%
Premature Death8,639/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities178

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Meacham has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.3 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall113.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,740 ft (1,140 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates45.5231°N, 118.4395°W
County FIPS41059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 73.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (117% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.8-point margin. 26.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.5%
D 29.7%

Winner: Republican by 37.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+73.2%
117% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.14
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density18/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access26.0%
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities178
Restaurants174
Retail Stores235

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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