Median Income
$69,464
8% lower than US avg
Home Value
$418,400
48% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,167
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment
11.5%
219% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.4%
73% lower than US avg
How Nehalem Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population225
Median Age55.4 yrs
Density833/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Economy
B
Median Income$69,464
Per Capita$38,203
Unemployment11.5%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$1,475M
Commute21 min
Housing
B
Home Value$418,400
Rent$1,167
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$579,409
Health
Obesity30.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain76.7 in/yr
Elevation10 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+96.3%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute21 min
Libraries7
Is Nehalem a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Nehalem receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Nehalem offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Nehalem is $69,464, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Nehalem is $418,400, 48% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,167 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Nehalem experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 76.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Nehalem has a population of 225 with a density of 833 people per square mile. The median age is 55.4 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.4%), with 6.2% Hispanic.
Population
55.4yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.3% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.7% |
| 80% below US avg |
The median household income in Nehalem is $69,464, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $69,464 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $38,203 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,007 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,743 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 11.5% |
| 219% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.4% |
| 73% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,090 |
| County GDP | $1,475M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 137 |
| Healthcare | 50 |
| Retail | 106 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,208 |
| 49% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.24% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.5 min |
| Work from Home | 24.1% |
The median home value in Nehalem is $418,400, 48% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,167 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $579,409.
Home Values
| Census Median | $418,400 |
| 48% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $579,409 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,167 |
| 0% below 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,208 |
| 49% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.24% |
In Nehalem, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 17.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Nehalem vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.8% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.7% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.7% |
| Depression | 27.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.6% |
| Premature Death | 10,982/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 50 |
Crime Rates: Nehalem vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Nehalem has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 76.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
59°F Jul (15°C)
| Annual Average | 51.7°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 76.7 inches |
| 102% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 833/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.7195°N, 123.8940°W |
| County FIPS | 41057 |