Shaniko, OR

Oregon

Shaniko is a small town in Oregon with a population of 15.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
15 Population 30/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $13,313 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 100.0%
706% higher than US avg

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

People

Population15
Median Age70.2 yrs
Density30/mi²
Male / Female7% / 93%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans11.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,313
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty100.0%
County GDP$774M
Commute7 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Elevation3,341 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 20%
Commute7 min
Broadband9.0%
Libraries1

Is Shaniko a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shaniko receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Shaniko has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 100.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

20.0% 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

Shaniko experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Shaniko has a population of 15 with a density of 30 people per square mile. The median age is 70.2 years, 80% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 6.7% Hispanic.

Population

15
Total Population
30
People / sq mi
70.2yrs
Median Age
80% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 6.7%
Female 93.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Shaniko vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Shaniko vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shaniko is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Shaniko vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$13,313
Avg Weekly Wage$1,252
IRS Avg AGI$71,077

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate100.0%
706% above US avg
Establishments (County)118
County GDP$774M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare3
Retail12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,100
11% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time6.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied70.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,100
11% below US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death7,702/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access5.4%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Shaniko has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,341 ft (1,018 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates45.0037°N, 120.7522°W
County FIPS41055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57-point margin. 9.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.1%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 57 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.14
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density30/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access9.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants8
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute6.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

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