Scio, OR

Oregon · Metropolitan Area

Scio is a small town in Oregon with a population of 1,075. Residents earn $82,946 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,075 Population 2,443/sq mi density
$82,946 Median Income $34,256 per capita
$330,600 Home Value $559,614 Zillow
$1,307 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$82,946 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$330,600 home value, $1,307/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,946
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $330,600
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,307
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,075
Median Age38.2 yrs
Density2,443/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$82,946
Per Capita$34,256
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$23,937M
Commute32 min

Housing

A
Home Value$330,600
Rent$1,307
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$559,614

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.4%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain52.7 in/yr
Elevation313 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+87.1%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute32 min
Libraries6

Is Scio a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Scio receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Scio offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Scio is $82,946, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Scio is $330,600, 17% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,307 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Scio experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Scio has a population of 1,075 with a density of 2,443 people per square mile. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%), with 3% Hispanic.

Population

1,075
Total Population
2,443
People / sq mi
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Scio vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Scio vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Scio is $82,946, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Scio vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,946
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,256
Avg Weekly Wage$1,207
IRS Avg AGI$72,475

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)12,695
County GDP$23,937M

Business (County)

Restaurants832
Healthcare1,215
Retail1,124
Manufacturing360

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,970
42% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Work from Home14.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Scio is $330,600, 17% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,307 (12% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $559,614.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$330,600
17% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$559,614

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$346
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio83.5%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,307
12% 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-Occupied63.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,970
42% above US avg
Effective Rate1.50%
In Scio, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.4% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma13.0%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression32.4%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Checkup Rate70.4%
Premature Death7,452/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access89.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,215

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)43
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Scio has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.7 inches
39% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation313 ft (95 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density2,443/sq mi
Coordinates44.7043°N, 122.8511°W
County FIPS41047
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.5%
D 47.5%

Winner: Republican by 2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+87.1%
School Test Score5.14
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,443/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities1,215
Restaurants832
Retail Stores1,124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)43
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Work from Home14.9%

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