Siletz, OR

Oregon

Siletz is a small town in Oregon with a population of 990. Residents earn $83,636 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
990 Population 1,571/sq mi density
$83,636 Median Income $32,612 per capita
$234,000 Home Value $422,958 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$83,636 median income, 6.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$234,000 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,636
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $234,000
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

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

People

Population990
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density1,571/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

A
Median Income$83,636
Per Capita$32,612
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty0.9%
County GDP$2,767M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$234,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$422,958

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.3%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain131.9 in/yr
Elevation134 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+86.3%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 58%
Commute21 min
Libraries6

Is Siletz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Siletz receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Siletz offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Siletz is $83,636, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Siletz is $234,000, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Siletz experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 131.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Siletz has a population of 990 with a density of 1,571 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.9%), with 17.1% Hispanic.

Population

990
Total Population
1,571
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Siletz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Siletz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Siletz is $83,636, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Siletz vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,636
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,612
Avg Weekly Wage$979
IRS Avg AGI$71,426

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,097
County GDP$2,767M

Business (County)

Restaurants307
Healthcare112
Retail299
Manufacturing48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,651
61% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Siletz is $234,000, 17% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $422,958.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$234,000
17% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$422,958

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-Occupied75.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,651
61% above US avg
Effective Rate2.41%
In Siletz, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.3% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma14.1%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression30.3%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Checkup Rate70.0%
Premature Death10,323/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access94.3%
Healthcare Facilities112

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Siletz has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 131.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall131.9 inches
247% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation134 ft (41 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,571/sq mi
Coordinates44.7218°N, 123.9187°W
County FIPS41041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 18.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.3%
D 57.7%

Winner: Democrat by 18.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+86.3%
School Test Score5.14
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,571/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities112
Restaurants307
Retail Stores299

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Work from Home10.8%

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