Plush, OR

Oregon

Plush is a small town in Oregon with a population of 31. Residents earn $33,125 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
31 Population 19/sq mi density
$33,125 Median Income $30,835 per capita
$209,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$33,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$209,400 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,125
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $209,400
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population31
Median Age69.1 yrs
Density19/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans61.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$33,125
Per Capita$30,835
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$481M
Commute7 min

Housing

B
Home Value$209,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain15.3 in/yr
Elevation4,489 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute7 min
Broadband42.0%
Libraries4

Is Plush a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Plush receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Plush has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Plush is $33,125, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Plush is $209,400, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 6.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Plush has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Plush has a population of 31 with a density of 19 people per square mile. The median age is 69.1 years, 78% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 6.5% Hispanic, 6.5% Asian.

Population

31
Total Population
19
People / sq mi
69.1yrs
Median Age
78% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Plush vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Plush vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Plush is $33,125, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Plush vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,125
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,835
Avg Weekly Wage$979
IRS Avg AGI$55,005

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate1.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.0 min
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Plush is $209,400, 26% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$209,400
26% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied52.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,092
12% below US avg
Effective Rate1.48%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Premature Death8,124/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Plush has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.3 inches
60% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,489 ft (1,368 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates42.4050°N, 119.8993°W
County FIPS41037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.3-point margin. 42.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.5%
D 16.2%

Winner: Republican by 65.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.9%
80% below US avg
High School+93.1%
School Test Score5.14
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density19/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access42.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants27
Retail Stores28

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.0 min
Work from Home11.8%

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