Oak Grove, OR

Oregon · Metropolitan Area

Oak Grove is a small city in Oregon with a population of 17,408. Residents earn $81,611 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
17,408 Population 4,464/sq mi density
$81,611 Median Income $42,729 per capita
$485,200 Home Value
$1,694 Median Rent
55°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
$81,611 median income, 3.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$485,200 home value, $1,694/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,611
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $485,200
72% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.6%
18% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,694
46% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population17,408
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density4,464/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,611
Per Capita$42,729
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$90,618M
Commute27 min

Housing

B
Home Value$485,200
Rent$1,694
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Elevation177 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.6%
High School+92.9%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 17% / D 79%
Commute27 min
EV Stations3
Libraries19

Is Oak Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oak Grove receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Oak Grove stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oak Grove is $81,611, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oak Grove is $485,200, making it a premium housing market at 72% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,694 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Oak Grove experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Oak Grove has a population of 17,408 with a density of 4,464 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.9%), with 3.5% Hispanic.

Population

17,408
Total Population
4,464
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Oak Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.8%
11% above US avg
Spanish13.2%
1% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oak Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oak Grove is $81,611, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Oak Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,611
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,729
Avg Weekly Wage$1,553
IRS Avg AGI$90,655

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)40,968
County GDP$90,618M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,193
Healthcare3,650
Retail2,868
Manufacturing1,065

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,657
119% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Work from Home24.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Oak Grove is $485,200, 72% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,694 (46% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$485,200
72% above US avg
Median List Price$534,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$534,000
$/Sq Ft$339
Homes Sold10
Sale-to-List Ratio99.8%
Price Drops31.6%
Inventory19

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,694
46% 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-Occupied64.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,657
119% above US avg
Effective Rate1.58%
In Oak Grove, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.6% report depression. 18.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Oak Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma12.2%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity18.9%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Checkup Rate70.6%
Premature Death7,476/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities3,650

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)87
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Oak Grove has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.8 inches
18% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.1 km²)
Population Density4,464/sq mi
Coordinates45.4127°N, 122.6344°W
County FIPS41051
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 39.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 62.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 17.2%
D 79.3%

Winner: Democrat by 62.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.6%
18% above US avg
High School+92.9%
School Test Score5.14
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,464/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities3,650
Restaurants3,193
Retail Stores2,868

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)87
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Work from Home24.2%

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