Ochoco West, OR

Oregon · Metropolitan Area

Ochoco West is a small town in Oregon with a population of 340. Residents earn $64,848 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
340 Population 773/sq mi density
$64,848 Median Income $25,209 per capita
$292,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$64,848 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$292,800 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,848
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $292,800
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population340
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density773/mi²
Male / Female44% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,848
Per Capita$25,209
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,783M
Commute41 min

Housing

A
Home Value$292,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain10.3 in/yr
Elevation3,217 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+96.8%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 23%
Commute41 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries1

Is Ochoco West a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ochoco West receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Ochoco West offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ochoco West is $64,848, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ochoco West is $292,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Ochoco West experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.3 inches, including 8.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Ochoco West has a population of 340 with a density of 773 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.9%), with 17.1% Hispanic.

Population

340
Total Population
773
People / sq mi
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.5%
Female 56.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ochoco West vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Ochoco West vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ochoco West is $64,848, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Ochoco West vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,848
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,209
Avg Weekly Wage$1,730
IRS Avg AGI$79,157

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)875
County GDP$1,783M

Business (County)

Restaurants51
Healthcare46
Retail67
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,231
21% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ochoco West is $292,800, 4% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$292,800
4% above US avg

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-Occupied70.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,231
21% above US avg
Effective Rate1.45%
In Ochoco West, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ochoco West vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma12.6%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death7,740/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access64.7%
Healthcare Facilities46

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Ochoco West has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.3 inches
73% below US avg
Snowfall8.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,217 ft (981 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density773/sq mi
Coordinates44.4033°N, 120.9208°W
County FIPS41013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.8-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.3%
D 23.5%

Winner: Republican by 50.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.1%
46% below US avg
High School+96.8%
School Test Score5.14
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density773/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants51
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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