Metolius, OR

Oregon · Metropolitan Area

Metolius is a small town in Oregon with a population of 969. Residents earn $62,841 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
969 Population 2,019/sq mi density
$62,841 Median Income $28,345 per capita
$220,100 Home Value $332,725 Zillow
$1,181 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$62,841 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$220,100 home value, $1,181/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,841
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $220,100
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,181
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population969
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density2,019/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,841
Per Capita$28,345
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$1,150M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,100
Rent$1,181
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$332,725

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain11.2 in/yr
Elevation2,551 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+82.2%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute26 min
Libraries1

Is Metolius a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Metolius receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Metolius offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Metolius is $62,841, 16% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Metolius is $220,100, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,181 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Metolius experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.2 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Metolius has a population of 969 with a density of 2,019 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.3%), with 9.8% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

969
Total Population
2,019
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Metolius vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.3%
13% below US avg
Spanish31.7%
137% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Metolius vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Metolius is $62,841, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Metolius vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,841
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,345
Avg Weekly Wage$1,079
IRS Avg AGI$58,682

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)660
County GDP$1,150M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare40
Retail63
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,591
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Metolius is $220,100, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,181 (2% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $332,725.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,100
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$332,725

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,181
2% above 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-Occupied70.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,591
3% above US avg
Effective Rate1.63%
In Metolius, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma12.0%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.2%
Checkup Rate68.7%
Premature Death12,476/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access61.6%
Healthcare Facilities40

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Metolius has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.2 inches
71% below US avg
Snowfall14.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,551 ft (778 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density2,019/sq mi
Coordinates44.5875°N, 121.1760°W
County FIPS41031
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.8%
D 33.7%

Winner: Republican by 30.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+82.2%
School Test Score5.14
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,019/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants54
Retail Stores63

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Work from Home6.7%

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