Is Oregon a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Oregon receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Oregon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Oregon is $61,167, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Oregon is $105,600, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $564 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
Oregon is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 385 per 100,000, 80% below the national average.
Education
15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.