Rhododendron, OR

Oregon

Rhododendron is a small town in Oregon with a population of 205. Residents earn $84,519 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
205 Population 52/sq mi density
$84,519 Median Income $43,729 per capita
$430,400 Home Value $427,248 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$84,519 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$430,400 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,519
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $430,400
53% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.7%
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population205
Median Age64.3 yrs
Density52/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$84,519
Per Capita$43,729
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,795M

Housing

B+
Home Value$430,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$427,248

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain89.8 in/yr
Elevation2,350 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
CommuteN/A
Broadband96.0%
Libraries3

Is Rhododendron a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rhododendron receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Rhododendron offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rhododendron is $84,519, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rhododendron is $430,400, making it a premium housing market at 53% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Rhododendron has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 89.8 inches, including 232.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Rhododendron has a population of 205 with a density of 52 people per square mile. The median age is 64.3 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

205
Total Population
52
People / sq mi
64.3yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Rhododendron vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rhododendron vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rhododendron is $84,519, which is 12% above 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.

Income: Rhododendron vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,519
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,729
Avg Weekly Wage$1,004
IRS Avg AGI$88,421

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,494
County GDP$1,795M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare135
Retail146
Manufacturing67

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,161
47% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.20%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home21.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Rhododendron is $430,400, 53% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $427,248.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$430,400
53% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$427,248

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-Occupied92.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,161
47% above US avg
Effective Rate1.20%
In Rhododendron, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.3% report depression. 17.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma11.9%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity17.6%
Depression29.3%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate69.8%
Premature Death5,187/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access92.6%
Healthcare Facilities135

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Rhododendron has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 89.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average42.9°F
21% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall89.8 inches
136% above US avg
Snowfall232.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,350 ft (716 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.1 km²)
Population Density52/sq mi
Coordinates45.3053°N, 121.8479°W
County FIPS41027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 35.7-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.5%
D 66.3%

Winner: Democrat by 35.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.7%
21% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.14
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density52/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities135
Restaurants102
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home21.8%

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