Pendleton, OR
Full City Profile · Oregon · Umatilla County County
Pendleton, OR
At a Glance
How Pendleton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pendleton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pendleton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pendleton residents earn a median household income of $70,179 , which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,509. The unemployment rate stands at 6.1% (69% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,534 business establishments, including 174 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pendleton is $276,400 , 2% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $301,886. Median rent is $938/month, with 29.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1959.
Safety & Crime
Pendleton reports 414 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 9% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,733/100K.
Education
25.3% of adults in Pendleton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below the national average). 90.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pendleton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.