Paisley, OR

Oregon

Paisley is a small town in Oregon with a population of 271. Residents earn $50,000 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
271 Population 645/sq mi density
$50,000 Median Income $21,243 per capita
$212,500 Home Value
$394 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$50,000 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$212,500 home value, $394/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $212,500
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.0%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $394
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population271
Median Age25.8 yrs
Density645/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$21,243
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$481M
Commute21 min

Housing

A
Home Value$212,500
Rent$394
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.4%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Elevation4,371 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.0%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute21 min
Libraries4

Is Paisley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paisley receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Paisley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Paisley is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paisley is $212,500, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $394 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Paisley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Paisley has a population of 271 with a density of 645 people per square mile. The median age is 25.8 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%).

Population

271
Total Population
645
People / sq mi
25.8yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Paisley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Paisley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paisley is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Paisley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,000
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,243
Avg Weekly Wage$979
IRS Avg AGI$55,005

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)357
County GDP$481M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare14
Retail28
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,092
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Work from Home12.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Paisley is $212,500, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $394 (66% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$212,500
25% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$394
66% below 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-Occupied46.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,092
12% below US avg
Effective Rate1.46%
In Paisley, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.4% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma13.2%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression30.4%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Checkup Rate70.2%
Premature Death8,124/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.8/10
Exercise Access64.3%
Healthcare Facilities14

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Paisley has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,371 ft (1,332 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density645/sq mi
Coordinates42.6925°N, 120.5453°W
County FIPS41037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.5%
D 16.2%

Winner: Republican by 65.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.0%
38% below US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score5.14
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density645/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants27
Retail Stores28

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Work from Home12.6%

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