Seneca, OR

Oregon

Seneca is a small town in Oregon with a population of 119. Residents earn $76,250 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
119 Population 149/sq mi density
$76,250 Median Income $35,875 per capita
$157,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$157,100 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $157,100
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population119
Median Age58.8 yrs
Density149/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$35,875
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$373M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain13.7 in/yr
Elevation4,661 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+83.5%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 18%
Commute19 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries1

Is Seneca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Seneca receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Seneca offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Seneca is $76,250, roughly in line with 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 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Seneca is $157,100, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Seneca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Seneca has a population of 119 with a density of 149 people per square mile. The median age is 58.8 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.5%), with 11.8% Hispanic.

Population

119
Total Population
149
People / sq mi
58.8yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.3%
Female 64.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Seneca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Seneca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Seneca is $76,250, which is 1% 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. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Seneca vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,250
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,875
Avg Weekly Wage$1,040
IRS Avg AGI$56,689

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)340
County GDP$373M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare19
Retail33
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,111
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Seneca is $157,100, 44% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,100
44% 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-Occupied73.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,111
11% below US avg
Effective Rate1.98%
In Seneca, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.5%
1% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma12.5%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity19.4%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.8%
Checkup Rate68.9%
Premature Death6,071/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access60.6%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Seneca has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.7 inches
64% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,661 ft (1,421 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density149/sq mi
Coordinates44.1352°N, 118.9763°W
County FIPS41023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.4-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.8%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 60.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+83.5%
School Test Score5.14
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density149/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants25
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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