Rowena, OR

Oregon

Rowena is a small town in Oregon with a population of 128.

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
128 Population 71/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $24,969 per capita
N/A Home Value
$961 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $961
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 27.3%
658% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.3%
169% higher than US avg

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

People

Population128
Median Age59.0 yrs
Density71/mi²
Male / Female74% / 26%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,969
Unemployment27.3%
Poverty33.3%
County GDP$1,795M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$961
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain14.0 in/yr
Elevation801 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
CommuteN/A
Broadband76.0%
Libraries3

Is Rowena a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rowena receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Rowena faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 27.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 33.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $961 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

7.8% 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

Rowena experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.0 inches, including 5.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Rowena has a population of 128 with a density of 71 people per square mile. The median age is 59.0 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

128
Total Population
71
People / sq mi
59.0yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 74.2%
Female 25.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Rowena vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rowena vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rowena is N/A. The unemployment rate is 27.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Rowena vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$24,969
Avg Weekly Wage$1,004
IRS Avg AGI$88,421

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment27.3%
658% above US avg
Poverty Rate33.3%
169% above 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

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $961 (17% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$339
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio86.9%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$961
17% 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-Occupied23.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,161
47% above US avg
In Rowena, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma12.6%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate70.0%
Premature Death5,187/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Rowena has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.0 inches
63% below US avg
Snowfall5.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation801 ft (244 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density71/sq mi
Coordinates45.6701°N, 121.2749°W
County FIPS41027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 35.7-point margin. 76.0% 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+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.14
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density71/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities135
Restaurants102
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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