Mehama, OR

Oregon · Metropolitan Area

Mehama is a small town in Oregon with a population of 403.

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
403 Population 876/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $44,203 per capita
$320,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $320,800
14% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.2%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population403
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density876/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$44,203
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$23,937M
Commute26 min

Housing

Home Value$320,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain68.9 in/yr
Elevation619 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute26 min
Libraries6

Is Mehama a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mehama receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Mehama faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mehama is $320,800, 14% above the national median.

Education

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below 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

Mehama experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 68.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Mehama has a population of 403 with a density of 876 people per square mile. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.6%), with 16.4% Hispanic.

Population

403
Total Population
876
People / sq mi
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.3%
Female 39.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Mehama vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mehama vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mehama is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Mehama vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$44,203
Avg Weekly Wage$1,207
IRS Avg AGI$72,475

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)12,695
County GDP$23,937M

Business (County)

Restaurants832
Healthcare1,215
Retail1,124
Manufacturing360

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,970
42% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Work from Home20.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Mehama is $320,800, 14% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$320,800
14% above US avg
Median List Price$317,700

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$317,700
$/Sq Ft$323
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio101.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

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-Occupied68.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,970
42% above US avg
Effective Rate1.55%
In Mehama, 43.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.2% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.2%
35% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma14.2%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression32.2%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Checkup Rate71.8%
Premature Death7,452/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access89.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,215

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)43
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Mehama has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 68.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall68.9 inches
81% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation619 ft (189 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density876/sq mi
Coordinates44.7912°N, 122.6284°W
County FIPS41047
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.5%
D 47.5%

Winner: Republican by 2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.14
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density876/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities1,215
Restaurants832
Retail Stores1,124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)43
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Work from Home20.7%

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