Mosier, OR

Oregon

Mosier is a small town in Oregon with a population of 675. Residents earn $71,406 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
675 Population 1,467/sq mi density
$71,406 Median Income $30,515 per capita
$338,300 Home Value $571,012 Zillow
$1,469 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,406 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$338,300 home value, $1,469/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,406
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $338,300
20% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.2%
1% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,469
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population675
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density1,467/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,406
Per Capita$30,515
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$1,795M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$338,300
Rent$1,469
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$571,012

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI32 (Good)
Elevation81 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.2%
High School+71.5%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute22 min
EV Stations3
Libraries3

Is Mosier a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mosier receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Mosier stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mosier is $71,406, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mosier is $338,300, 20% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,469 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 71.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Mosier experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Mosier has a population of 675 with a density of 1,467 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.8%).

Population

675
Total Population
1,467
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mosier vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only55.0%
30% below US avg
Spanish45.0%
236% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mosier vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mosier is $71,406, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Mosier vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,406
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,515
Avg Weekly Wage$1,004
IRS Avg AGI$88,421

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,494
County GDP$1,795M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare135
Retail146
Manufacturing67

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,161
47% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Work from Home12.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Mosier is $338,300, 20% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,469 (26% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $571,012.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$338,300
20% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$571,012

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,469
26% 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-Occupied84.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,161
47% above US avg
Effective Rate1.53%
In Mosier, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma12.0%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.3%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death5,187/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access92.6%
Healthcare Facilities135

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Mosier has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation81 ft (25 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,467/sq mi
Coordinates45.6850°N, 121.3982°W
County FIPS41027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 33.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 35.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.5%
D 66.3%

Winner: Democrat by 35.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.2%
1% below US avg
High School+71.5%
School Test Score5.14
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,467/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities135
Restaurants102
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Work from Home12.7%

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