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Ontario, OR

Oregon · Payette County

Ontario is a small city in Oregon with a population of 11,728. Residents earn $43,887 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
11,728 Population 1,958/sq mi density
$43,887 Median Income $25,812 per capita
$217,500 Home Value $301,495 Zillow
$790 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
742 Violent Crime/100K 6,094 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$43,887 median income, 3.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$217,500 home value, $790/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
742 violent crimes/100K (95% above avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $43,887
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $217,500
23% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 742/100K
95% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $790
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.8%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population11,728
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density1,958/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,887
Per Capita$25,812
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty15.8%
County GDP$1,289M
Commute14 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$217,500
Rent$790
Ownership59.4%
Zillow$301,495
Housing Units4,931
Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

F
Violent742/100K
Property6,094/100K
Murder18.1/100K
Assault534/100K
Burglary679/100K

Health

Obesity42.1%
Uninsured17.9%
Smoking15.8%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain10.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation2,175 ft (663 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+84.2%
Graduate+5.9%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute14 min
Broadband85.9%
EV Stations4
Libraries2

Is Ontario a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ontario receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Ontario has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ontario is $43,887, 42% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ontario is $217,500, 23% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $790 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 742 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,094 per 100,000, 211% above the national average.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Ontario experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Ontario has a population of 11,728 with a density of 1,958 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.2% female and 46.8% male. The city is predominantly White (69.4%), with 4.6% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 66.7% of residents, while 33.3% speak Spanish. 7.0% of the population are veterans. 18.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

11,728
Total Population
1,958
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ontario vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 66.7%
15% below US avg
Spanish 33.3%
149% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ontario vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ontario is $43,887, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,812 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $950, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 854 business establishments, including 38 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ontario vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,887
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,812
Avg Weekly Wage$950
IRS Avg AGI$67,667
Gini Index0.419 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.8%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)854
County GDP$1,289M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare68
Retail64
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,460
30% below US avg
Cost of Living103.40 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.5 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Ontario is $217,500, 23% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $301,495, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 94.9% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $790 (32% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,143 for a one-bedroom to $1,425 for a two-bedroom apartment. 59.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 4,931 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1975. The average annual property tax is $2,460 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 27.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$217,500
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$301,495
Median List Price$330,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$330,000
$/Sq Ft$221
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio94.9%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory32

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$790
32% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,150
Rent Burden27.5%

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

Homeownership59.4%
Owner-Occupied59.4%
Renter-Occupied40.6%
Housing Units4,931
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,460
30% below US avg
Effective Rate1.13%
In Ontario, 42.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.5% of residents. 33.0% have high blood pressure. 15.8% are current smokers. 15.6% report binge drinking. 29.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 25.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.9% experience frequent mental distress. 17.9% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,635. The dentist ratio is 1:1,925. 67.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.1 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS - 2026-05-25)

PM2.5
2.5
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
7.2
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
0.4
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
120.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.2
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
125.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma12.2%
COPD7.6%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress16.5%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Uninsured17.9%
108% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,635
Dentists1:1,925
Mental Health1:682
Checkup Rate69.5%
Dental Visits51.6%
Premature Death7,116/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access67.2%
Healthcare Facilities68
Ontario has a violent crime rate of 742 per 100,000 residents, 95% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 534.2 per 100,000, robbery at 99.6, rape at 90.6. The murder rate is 18.1 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 6,094 per 100,000, 211% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 4,899, burglary at 679, vehicle theft at 516 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 2 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Ontario receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent742.5/100K
95% above US avg
Murder18.1/100K
187% above US avg
Rape90.6/100K
Robbery99.6/100K
Assault534.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property6,093.8/100K
211% above US avg
Burglary679.1/100K
Theft4,898.6/100K
Vehicle Theft516.1/100K
Arson45.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Traffic Accidents1,076
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
View full crime details →
Ontario experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 10.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32. The city sits at an elevation of 2,175 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,175 ft (663 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density1,958/sq mi
Coordinates44.0250°N, 116.9788°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountyPayette County County
Nearest AirportBoise Air Trml/Gowen Field (BOI)
49 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 10.0"
74% below US avg
Wettest Month (Dec) 1.73"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.31"

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score17.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability15.4 / 100
Community Resilience11.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Very Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Very Low
Volcano Very Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

699 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M2.5 on May 22, 2025.

Feb 26, 2024 10 km N of Smiths Ferry, Idaho M4.9 80 km
Apr 1, 2020 21 km WNW of Stanley, Idaho M4.8 148 km
Jun 25, 2020 27 km NW of Stanley, Idaho M4.6 149 km
Apr 1, 2020 23 km NW of Stanley, Idaho M4.4 149 km
May 14, 2020 31 km NW of Stanley, Idaho M4.4 147 km
Apr 11, 1995 20 km SSE of Yellow Pine, Idaho M4.2 149 km
Apr 21, 2020 29 km NW of Stanley, Idaho M4.1 150 km
Apr 3, 2020 20 km NW of Stanley, Idaho M4.0 150 km
Oct 27, 1994 11 km SE of Halfway, Oregon M4.0 88 km
Apr 1, 2020 28 km NW of Stanley, Idaho M3.9 146 km
Apr 3, 2020 26 km NW of Stanley, Idaho M3.9 147 km
Jul 3, 2020 26 km NW of Stanley, Idaho M3.9 150 km
Apr 5, 2020 25 km NW of Stanley, Idaho M3.8 147 km
Jun 27, 2020 17 km SW of Stanley, Idaho M3.8 150 km
Oct 4, 2002 15 km W of Cascade, Idaho M3.8 80 km
Jul 3, 2020 27 km NW of Stanley, Idaho M3.8 149 km
Mar 12, 2023 11 km S of Donnelly, Idaho M3.7 98 km
Apr 27, 2020 southern Idaho M3.7 150 km
Apr 6, 1995 11 km N of Smiths Ferry, Idaho M3.7 82 km
Apr 25, 2020 35 km NW of Stanley, Idaho M3.7 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

37 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF1.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 30, 1997 EF1 16 km 0
May 17, 1996 EF1 28 km 0
May 17, 1996 EF1 25 km 0
Jun 19, 1991 EF1 42 km 0
Jul 9, 1990 EF1 34 km 0
Oct 26, 1984 EF1 70 km 0
Mar 21, 1984 EF1 78 km 0
Jul 1, 1983 EF1 10 km 0
Apr 23, 1974 EF1 30 km 0
Aug 25, 1966 EF1 30 km 0
Jun 27, 1958 EF1 89 km 0
Jul 9, 1956 EF1 53 km 0
May 26, 2023 EF0 54 km 0
May 27, 2022 EF0 71 km 0
Aug 25, 2004 EF0 41 km 0
Aug 25, 2004 EF0 30 km 0
Apr 6, 2003 EF0 59 km 0
Sep 29, 2002 EF0 35 km 0
Feb 7, 2002 EF0 42 km 0
Sep 13, 2001 EF0 25 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Jordan Craters (105 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Jordan Craters Volcanic field 1,473 m (4,833 ft) -1250 105 km
Diamond Craters Volcanic field 1,435 m (4,708 ft) -5610 176 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SODA (282,888 ac, 2015).

Year Name Acres Distance
2015 SODA 282,888 79 km
2024 PADDOCK 186,842 40 km
2024 COW VALLEY 134,642 53 km
2015 CORNET-WINDY RIDGE 102,553 87 km
2020 WOODHEAD 98,995 82 km
2000 JACKSON 80,733 22 km
2006 CHERRY 56,773 48 km
2006 FOSTER GULCH 52,496 98 km
2015 BENDIRE COMPLEX 49,260 77 km
2006 RATTLESNAKE COMPLEX 48,330 100 km
2013 OWYHEE 48,001 47 km
2007 IRISH SPRING 47,845 91 km
2020 INDIAN CREEK 46,275 75 km
2006 STAR MOUNTAIN 45,243 98 km
2002 TRIMBLY CREEK 43,085 63 km
1986 BISSELL CK 40,847 29 km
1986 VAN DUSEN 39,901 43 km
2022 WILLOW CREEK 38,585 28 km
2016 CHERRY ROAD 35,219 55 km
2018 MESA 34,541 87 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.3 in
March 43°F (6°C) 1.2 in
April 50°F (10°C) 0.8 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.0 in
June 67°F (19°C) 0.8 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in Warmest, Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
September 63°F (17°C) 0.5 in
October 51°F (11°C) 0.8 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 1.7 in Wettest

Ontario has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 29°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (1.7") and July the driest (0.3").

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Ontario is located in Payette County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 17.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 47% below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 80.4% of the vote, a 62.9-point margin. 85.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 68 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.4%
D 17.6%

Winner: Republican by 62.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Traffic Accidents1,076
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+84.2%
Graduate Degree+5.9%
School Test Score5.14
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K, adjacent
Population Density1,958/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi
CountyPayette County County

Services

Broadband Access85.9%
Avg Download Speed82.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed13.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities68
Restaurants38
Retail Stores64

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.5 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.4%
Average costs for common services in Ontario. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $259 ($155-$414)
Specialist Visit $362 ($207-$569)
Urgent Care Visit $207 ($103-$362)
Emergency Room Visit $2,275 ($827-$5,170)
Dental Cleaning $134 ($78-$207)
Dental Filling $259 ($155-$414)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $47 ($26-$78)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $78 ($52-$124)
Brake Pad Replacement $310 ($155-$517)
Tire Rotation $41 ($21-$78)
New Tires (Set of 4) $620 ($414-$1,034)
Battery Replacement $207 ($103-$362)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $103 ($62-$155)
Electrician (Per Hour) $93 ($52-$145)
HVAC Repair $414 ($155-$827)
HVAC System Install $7,238 ($4,136-$12,408)
Roof Repair $1,034 ($414-$2,068)
Roof Replacement $9,306 ($5,687-$15,510)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,551 ($517-$3,619)
Divorce (Contested) $15,510 ($5,170-$31,020)
DUI Defense $5,170 ($2,068-$10,340)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,551 ($827-$3,102)
Will Preparation $517 ($207-$1,034)
Trust Preparation $2,585 ($1,034-$5,170)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $26 ($16-$47)
Women's Haircut $57 ($31-$103)
Hair Coloring (Full) $155 ($78-$259)
Manicure $26 ($16-$47)
Pedicure $41 ($26-$67)
Massage (1 Hour) $83 ($52-$134)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.24 ($3.10-$5.69)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.62 ($2.59-$5.17)
Loaf of Bread $3.93 ($2.59-$5.69)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.65 ($3.10-$6.72)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.69 ($4.14-$7.76)
Rice (per lb) $1.03 ($0.62-$1.86)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $145 ($83-$259)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $72 ($31-$155)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $72 ($41-$124)
Internet (Monthly) $72 ($41-$103)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $67 ($31-$103)
Cable TV (Monthly) $88 ($52-$155)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $207 ($78-$517)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,068 ($1,241-$3,619)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $72 ($31-$134)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.27-$26)
Car Registration (Annual) $103 ($31-$259)
Driver's License Renewal $31 ($16-$78)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,241 ($620-$2,585)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,034 ($517-$2,068)
After-School Care (Monthly) $414 ($207-$724)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $52 ($26-$103)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,034 ($414-$2,585)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,925 ($5,170-$31,020)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $62 ($31-$103)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $103 ($52-$207)
Dog Grooming $62 ($31-$103)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $41 ($21-$78)
Dog Spay/Neuter $310 ($155-$517)
Cat Spay/Neuter $207 ($103-$414)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$521
Toddler$502
Preschool$463
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$456
Toddler$457
Preschool$428
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Payette County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 1,359 43 $53,467 2.32
Retail Trade 538 66 $43,911 0.76
Construction 475 116 $63,587 1.27
Accommodation & Food Services 452 45 $20,042 0.70
Administrative & Waste Services 388 56 $34,248 0.93
Professional & Technical Services 284 67 $72,340 0.57
Wholesale Trade 232 36 $63,284 0.83
Finance & Insurance 214 46 $63,276 0.74
Transportation & Warehousing 162 34 $62,290 0.54
Utilities 117 8 $67,206 4.32
Real Estate 70 38 $33,686 0.63
Arts & Entertainment 44 6 $14,143 0.37
Management of Companies 13 6 $74,713 0.11

Colleges & Universities in Ontario

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Treasure Valley Community College Public · Associate 2,650 - $5,748 $6,252

Hospitals in Ontario

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
SAINT ALPHONSUS MEDICAL CENTER ONTARIO Acute Care Hospitals 3/5 Yes (541) 881-7000

Schools in Ontario

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ontario High School High 656 38 17.3:1
Ontario Middle School Middle 378 21 18.0:1
Four Rivers Community School (Charter) Other 361 21 17.2:1
Alameda Elementary School Elementary 360 20 18.0:1
May Roberts Elementary School Elementary 355 25 14.2:1
Aiken Elementary School Elementary 270 14 19.3:1
Cairo Elementary School Elementary 109 8 13.6:1
Pioneer Elementary School Elementary 90 6 15.0:1
Annex Charter School (Charter) Elementary 82 9 9.1:1
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Radio Stations near Ontario

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Ontario

1 campgrounds found near Ontario.

NameRatingSitesPrice
MANN CREEK CAMPGROUND 3.7/5 13 $10, $15

National Parks Near Ontario

5 national parks and monuments found near Ontario.

ParkTypeFee
Eagle Island State Park State Park Free
Lake Cascade State Park State Park Free
Lucky Peak State Park State Park Free
Lucky Peak State Park State Park Free
Ponderosa State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Ontario

1 trails found near Ontario.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
STACEY CREEK 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -

Museums in Ontario

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FOUR RIVERS CULTURAL CENTER AND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5418898191$521,120
NYSSA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$1,564
IDAHO MILITARY TRANSPORTATION MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
INTERMOUNTAIN CULTURAL CENTER & MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2295 PADDOCK AVENUE2085490205
MALHEUR COUNTRY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PAYETTE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION90 S 9TH STREET2086424883
SNAKE RIVER HERITAGE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM2085490205

Libraries in Ontario

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ONTARIO LIBRARY DISTRICT388 SW 2ND AVE0.074,890
PAYETTE PUBLIC24 S 10TH ST0.037,335
WEISER PUBLIC628 E 1ST ST0.021,800
PATRICIA ROMANKO PUBLIC121 N 3RD ST0.014,932
NYSSA PUBLIC LIBRARY319 MAIN ST0.012,564
ARMORAL TUTTLE PUBLIC301 N PLYMOUTH AVE0.04,888

Farmers Markets in Ontario

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Payette Farmers MarketKiwanis Park07/10/2018 to 08/28/2018Tue: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Visit
Saturday MarketOregon and SW 1st Ave.06/10/2017 to 09/30/2017Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;
Weiser Farmer's Market1 State Street08/02/2018 to 09/13/2018Thu: 5:00 PM-7:30 PM;

Hotels in Ontario

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Economy Inn
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Ontario
Oregon Trail Motel
Stockmans Motel

Restaurants in Ontario

11 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Belly Buster Sandwich Shop
Cowboy's Bar and Grill
Curry on Wheels Indian Cuisine
Far East Restaurant
Los Potrillos
Mackey's Public House
Plaza Inn Restaurant
Plaza Inn Restaurant
Rusty's Pancakes & Steakhouse
Sayama Grill
Taqueria Munoz

Cafes in Ontario

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sorbenots Coffee

Clinics in Ontario

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Planned Parenthood

Train Stations in Ontario

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ontario Train Depot

Gas Stations in Ontario

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cenex
Love's RV
Pilot
Sinclair

Banks in Ontario

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chase

Breweries in Ontario

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Beer Valley Brewing CoBreweries937 S E 12th Ave
Brewsky's BroilerBrewery and Bar23 S E 1st Ave5418893700Visit

Nursing Homes in Ontario

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
PRESBYTERIAN COMMUNITY CARE CE
1085 N. OREGON STREET
Non profit - Corporation 96 26 1/5 - 5/5 1/5 5418899133

Pharmacies in Ontario

6 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
BIMART CORPORATION 2283 SW 4TH AVE 541-889-2188
KMART 1648 EAST IDAHO AVENUE 541-889-6315
PRESBYTERIAN NURSING HOME PHCY 1085 N OREGON ST 541-889-9133
RITE AID - 5400 728 SOUTHWEST 4TH AVENUE 541-889-3390
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1951 1775 EAST IDAHO AVENUE 541-889-6040
WALGREENS - 10054 65 SOUTHEAST GOODFELLOW STREET 541-889-6288

EV Charging Stations in Ontario

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Holiday Inn - Tesla Supercharger212 SE 10th StTesla88TESLApublic
Ontario Market Place - Tesla Supercharger203 East Street WestTesla8TESLApublic
HOMETOWN CT4K313 SE 13th StChargePoint Network2J1772public

Cell Towers in Ontario

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Apple Site 26722 Old Fort Boise RoadTOWER79
Apple Site 26722 Old Fort Boise RoadTOWER79
Ontario USC, 5800' Sout of Intersectoin of I-80 and US-30TOWER58
NW 1/4 NE 1/4 Section 26, Township 11 N, Range 5 W (154280)LTOWER57
NW 1/4 NE 1/4 Section 26, Township 11 N, Range 5 W (154280)LTOWER57
Fruitland Bluff (44357)LTOWER50
Fruitland Bluff (44357)LTOWER50
4.2 km north ofTOWER47
2225 SOUTHWEST 2ND AVE (43998)MTOWER46
2225 SOUTHWEST 2ND AVE (43998)MTOWER46
5250 SE 9TH AVENUE (43994)MTOWER46
5250 SE 9TH AVENUE (43994)MTOWER46
Ontario Dork, Corner of North Verde and MalheurTOWER32

Fire Stations in Ontario

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Ontario Fire & Rescue444 SW 4TH STMostly volunteer541-881-3233
Ontario Rural Fire Protection District #7-302444 SW 4TH STMostly volunteer541-881-3233

Power Plants Near Ontario

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
HYLINE SOLAR CENTER, LLCSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-117.0NOT AVAILABLE
ONTARIO SOLAR CENTERSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-117.0OP
RAILROAD SOLAR CENTER, LLCSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-117.1NOT AVAILABLE

Bridges in Ontario

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous19552112,161G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous197638311,657F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous200825111,657G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous196012111,500F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous196012111,500F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous196017911,500F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous196017911,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19734108,570F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19733438,570G
SlabPrestressed concrete19721146,080F
SlabPrestressed concrete19731146,080F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19721436,080F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20071156,080G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20031751,639F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19561941,393F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete continuous1956221697G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous2013214529F
SlabPrestressed concrete1974141335F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196026198F
SlabPrestressed concrete1991565F

Correctional Facilities in Ontario

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
SNAKE RIVER CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION777 STANTON BLVDSTATE2,7603,062OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Ontario

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Ontario, OR842 Southeast 1st AvenueBUS

Airports Near Ontario

43 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ontario Municipal AirportONOMedium Airport
Adrian Airfield-Small Airport
Ashley Airport-Small Airport
Black'S Airfield-Small Airport
Board Corral Gulch Airport-Small Airport
Bybee Field-Small Airport
Caldwell Executive Airport-Small Airport
Cottonwood Creek Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Council Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Coyote Ridge Airport-Small Airport
Cuddy Meadows Airport-Small Airport
Durkee Airport-Small Airport
Emmett Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Flying Thunderbolt Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Foster Field - Dzone Skydiving Airport-Small Airport
Green Acres Airport-Small Airport
Greenleaf Air Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Homedale Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Hoskins Field-Small Airport
Hubler Field-Small Airport
Indian Creek Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Jenkins Creek Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Lanham Field-Small Airport
Larkin Airport-Small Airport
Lee Williams Memorial Airport-Small Airport
Lemons Field-Small Airport
Little Weiser Airport-Small Airport
Miller Memorial Airpark-Small Airport
Nampa Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Owyhee Reservoir State Airport-Small Airport
Parma Airport-Small Airport
Patterson Field-Small Airport
Payette Municipal Airport-Small Airport
R7 Aero Airport-Small Airport
Reek Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Sands Airport-Small Airport
Sky Ranch North Airport-Small Airport
Sky Ranch South Airport-Small Airport
Summit Ridge Ranch Airstrip-Small Airport
Sunrise Skypark Airport-Small Airport
Symms Airport-Small Airport
Weiser Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Weitz Airport-Small Airport

Grocery Stores in Ontario

25 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Albertsons 131Supermarket1410 Westpark Plz
Bi-Mart 617Other2283 SW 4th Ave
Chase Natural Inc. DBA Chase's MarketOther373 SW 1st St
Dollar General 24464Other2079 SW 4th Ave
Dollar Tree 3727Other184 East Ln
Farmers Supply CoopConvenience Store514 SW 4th Ave
Franz Family Bakery Outlet 9070Specialty Store2715 Sw 4th Ave
Gonzalez Market 1Grocery Store368 Se 2nd St
Grocery OutletSupermarket2670 SW 4th Ave
Guerreros MarketGrocery Store106 SE 2nd St
Jacksons Food Stores 013Convenience Store1320 SW 4th Ave
Jacksons Food Stores 100Convenience Store1779 E Idaho Ave
Jacksons Food Stores 235Convenience Store1218 SW 4th Ave
Jacksons Food Stores 243Convenience Store635 E Idaho Ave
Love's Travel Stop 372Convenience Store1041 Nw Washington Ave
Ontario Mini Market and ProduceConvenience Store401 S Oregon St
Ontario Saturday MarketFarmers and Markets1494 SW 4th Ave
Ontario SinclairConvenience Store330 E Idaho Ave
Papa Murphy's OR079Specialty Store243 East Ln N
Red Apple Marketplace 18490Super Store555 SW 4th Ave
Rico Pan Bakery 2Grocery Store192 SW 2nd Ave
Stockmans MarketConvenience Store81 SW 1st Ave
Walgreens 10054Other65 SE Goodfellow St
Walmart 1951Super Store1775 E Idaho Ave
WinCo Foods 147Supermarket1630 E Idaho Ave

Post Offices in Ontario

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Ontario Post Office

Treatment Centers in Ontario

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Family Services TreatmentSubstance Abuse208-642-6160
LifewaysBoth541-889-9167
Lifeways - Residential SUD Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse541-889-2490
Payette Family ServicesSubstance Abuse208-642-6160

DOL Wage Violations in Ontario

11 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $537,154 in back wages owed to 976 employees.

11
Violations
$537,154
Back Wages Owed
976
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Snake River Correctional Institution SIGNIFICANT - 97914 - 1 $309,309 $559 553
Ontario Partner's, LLC SIGNIFICANT - 97914 - 1 $141,422 $1,414 100
SELECT ONION LLC [OSHA] - - 97914 Frozen Fruit, Juice, and Vegetable Manufacturing 2 $55,161 $206 268
Fiesta Guadalajara - - 97914 - 1 $9,599 $3,200 3
Holiday Inn - IHG 97914 - 1 $8,166 $907 9
Sather Construction - - 97914 - 1 $7,509 $1,073 7
Ramar Electronics - - 97914 - 1 $1,847 $308 6
Ashley Manor - North Oregon - - 97914 - 1 $1,442 $180 8
Super 8 - - 97914 - 1 $973 $162 6
Ashley Manor - Well Springs - - 97914 - 1 $911 $101 9
Ashley Manor - Alameda - - 97914 - 1 $816 $117 7

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ontario

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CALVARY CHAPEL ONTARIO1775 ALAMEDA DR
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY BIBLE PLACE772 N OREGON ST
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH180 NW 1ST ST
FIRST METHODIST CHURCH312 NW 2ND ST
IDAHO-OREGON BUDDHIST TEMPLEPO BOX 397
IGLESIA NUEVA VIDA OR NEW LIFE CHURCH671 MORGAN AVE
KALEO CHURCHPO BOX 151
LIFE BIBLE MINISTRY1775 ALAMEDA DR
LIGHTHOUSE WORSHIP CENTER96 SW 2ND ST
ONTARIO COMMUNITY CHURCH240 SE 3RD ST
OREGON TRAIL MENNONITE CHURCH348 GROVE RD
PILGRIM LUTHERAN CHURCH208 SW 1ST AVE
SUNRISE CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF ONTARIO968 SW 30TH ST

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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ontario

What is the population of Ontario?

Ontario has a population of 11,728 residents and is located in Oregon. The population density is 1,958 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.2% female and 46.8% male.

Is Ontario expensive to live in?

Ontario has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.4 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $43,887, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $217,500 (23% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $790 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Ontario safe?

Public safety is a concern in Ontario, with a violent crime rate of 742 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,094 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Ontario receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Ontario?

Ontario has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 32.

How is the job market in Ontario?

Ontario has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $950. There are 854 business establishments in the area, including 38 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 14 minutes, and 8.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ontario?

The median home value in Ontario is $217,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $301,495. For renters, the median monthly rent is $790. Fair market rent is $1,143 for a 1-bedroom and $1,425 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 59.4%. The average annual property tax is $2,460.

How are the schools in Ontario?

Schools in Ontario score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 17.9% of adults in Ontario hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Ontario?

The obesity rate in Ontario is 42.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.8% of adults are smokers. 29.3% are physically inactive. 25.6% of residents report depression. 17.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 67.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,635.

What is transportation like in Ontario?

The average commute in Ontario is 14 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ontario?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ontario is 69.4% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 4.6% Hispanic or Latino. 66.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 33.3% speak Spanish. 7.0% of the population are military veterans. 18.0% of residents have a disability. 88.8% have health insurance coverage.

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