Oregon
Monument is a small town in Oregon with a population of 198. Residents earn $36,809 per year, which is 51% below the national average.
Based on current data, Monument receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Monument faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
The median household income in Monument is $36,809, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 28.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Monument is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $450 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 54.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Monument experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
| English Only | 87.7% |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 12.3% |
| 8% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $36,809 |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,664 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,040 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,689 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 28.6% |
| 131% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 340 |
| County GDP | $373M |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,111 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.16% |
| Commute Time | 16.8 min |
| Work from Home | 10.4% |
| Census Median | $2,000,001 |
| 609% above US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $450 |
| 61% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
| Owner-Occupied | 82.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,111 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.16% |
| Obesity | 37.9% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.4% |
| Asthma | 13.1% |
| COPD | 10.1% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.0% |
| Depression | 30.1% |
| Mental Distress | 22.2% |
| Physical Distress | 17.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 68.6% |
| Premature Death | 6,071/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
| Annual Average | 51.5°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 15.1 inches |
| 60% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 2,023 ft (617 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 388/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.8208°N, 119.4209°W |
| County FIPS | 41023 |
Winner: Republican by 60.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 3.0% |
| 91% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.14 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 388/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.5 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Retail Stores | 33 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 364 |
| Avg Commute | 16.8 min |
| Work from Home | 10.4% |