Pleasant Valley, OR

Oregon

Pleasant Valley is a small town in Oregon with a population of 589.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
589 Population 201/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $52,561 per capita
$465,500 Home Value
$1,464 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $465,500
65% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.3%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,464
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population589
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density201/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$52,561
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,475M
Commute15 min

Housing

Home Value$465,500
Rent$1,464
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain84.4 in/yr
Elevation255 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.3%
High School+97.4%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute15 min
Libraries7

Is Pleasant Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pleasant Valley receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Pleasant Valley has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pleasant Valley is $465,500, making it a premium housing market at 65% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,464 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Pleasant Valley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 84.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Pleasant Valley has a population of 589 with a density of 201 people per square mile. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 8.8% Hispanic.

Population

589
Total Population
201
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43%
Female 57%

Race & Ethnicity

Pleasant Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Pleasant Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pleasant Valley is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Pleasant Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$52,561
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$70,743

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,090
County GDP$1,475M

Business (County)

Restaurants137
Healthcare50
Retail106
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,208
49% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.0 min
Work from Home14.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Pleasant Valley is $465,500, 65% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,464 (26% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$465,500
65% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,464
26% above 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-Occupied76.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,208
49% above US avg
Effective Rate1.12%
In Pleasant Valley, 32.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.8% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pleasant Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.7%
2% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma12.5%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Checkup Rate69.7%
Premature Death10,982/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access63.4%
Healthcare Facilities50

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Pleasant Valley has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 84.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall84.4 inches
122% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation255 ft (78 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density201/sq mi
Coordinates45.3761°N, 123.7952°W
County FIPS41057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.3%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 1.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.3%
43% below US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score5.14
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density201/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants137
Retail Stores106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.0 min
Work from Home14.8%

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