Neskowin, OR

Oregon

Neskowin is a small town in Oregon with a population of 274.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
274 Population 197/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $24,657 per capita
N/A Home Value $589,679 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
40.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 40.8%
21% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.2%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.7%
197% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population274
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density197/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,657
Unemployment10.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,475M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$589,679

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain96.4 in/yr
Elevation12 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
CommuteN/A
Broadband45.0%
Libraries7

Is Neskowin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Neskowin receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Neskowin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 10.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Neskowin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 96.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Neskowin has a population of 274 with a density of 197 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

274
Total Population
197
People / sq mi
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.1%
Female 40.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Neskowin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Neskowin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Neskowin is N/A. The unemployment rate is 10.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Neskowin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$24,657
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$70,743

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.7%
197% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,090
County GDP$1,475M

Business (County)

Restaurants137
Healthcare50
Retail106
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,208
49% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home44.9%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $589,679.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$589,679

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied10.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,208
49% above US avg
In Neskowin, 29.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 17.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.2%
9% below US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity17.8%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate64.8%
Premature Death10,982/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access63.4%
Healthcare Facilities50

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Neskowin has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 96.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall96.4 inches
154% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation12 ft (4 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density197/sq mi
Coordinates45.1208°N, 123.9763°W
County FIPS41057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 40.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.4-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.3%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 1.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.8%
21% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.14
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density197/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants137
Retail Stores106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home44.9%

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