Sumpter, OR

Oregon

Sumpter is a small town in Oregon with a population of 190. Residents earn $24,389 per year, which is 68% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
190 Population 87/sq mi density
$24,389 Median Income $26,550 per capita
N/A Home Value $256,441 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$24,389 median income, 2.1% unemployment
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,389
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population190
Median Age74.0 yrs
Density87/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$24,389
Per Capita$26,550
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$855M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$256,441

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.4%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain20.8 in/yr
Elevation4,463 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
CommuteN/A
Libraries7

Is Sumpter a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sumpter receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Sumpter has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sumpter is $24,389, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Sumpter has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Sumpter has a population of 190 with a density of 87 people per square mile. The median age is 74.0 years, 90% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

190
Total Population
87
People / sq mi
74.0yrs
Median Age
90% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Sumpter vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Sumpter vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sumpter is $24,389, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Sumpter vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,389
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,550
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$58,684

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)724
County GDP$855M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare49
Retail81
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,370
4% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $256,441.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$256,441

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-Occupied92.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,370
4% below US avg
In Sumpter, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.4% report depression. 18.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma12.9%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity18.9%
Depression29.4%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate70.9%
Premature Death10,080/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access74.6%
Healthcare Facilities49

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Sumpter has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.8 inches
45% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,463 ft (1,360 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density87/sq mi
Coordinates44.7435°N, 118.1975°W
County FIPS41001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.3%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 49.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score5.14
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density87/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants61
Retail Stores81

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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