Milton-Freewater, OR
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Milton-Freewater, OR
At a Glance
How Milton-Freewater Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Milton-Freewater's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Milton-Freewater a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Milton-Freewater residents earn a median household income of $47,440 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,483. The unemployment rate stands at 9.1% (153% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,534 business establishments, including 174 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Milton-Freewater is $209,800 , 26% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $260,777. Median rent is $817/month, with 28.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Safety & Crime
Milton-Freewater reports 217 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 43% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,835/100K.
Education
8.4% of adults in Milton-Freewater hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below the national average). 73.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Milton-Freewater has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.