Tetherow, OR

Oregon · Metropolitan Area

Tetherow is a small town in Oregon with a population of 750. Residents earn $210,893 per year, which is 181% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
750 Population 352/sq mi density
$210,893 Median Income $151,312 per capita
$2,000,001 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$210,893 median income, 2.3% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.3 / 5.0
$2,000,001 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
90.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $210,893
181% higher than US avg
Home Value $2,000,001
609% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 90.2%
168% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.9%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population750
Median Age51.1 yrs
Density352/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$210,893
Per Capita$151,312
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,150M
Commute11 min

Housing

F
Home Value$2,000,001
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain10.6 in/yr
Elevation3,806 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+90.2%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute11 min
Libraries1

Is Tetherow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tetherow receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Tetherow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tetherow is $210,893, which is significantly higher than the national average — 181% above $75,149. This places Tetherow among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tetherow is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Tetherow is a highly educated community — 90.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Tetherow experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.6 inches, including 21.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Tetherow has a population of 750 with a density of 352 people per square mile. The median age is 51.1 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

750
Total Population
352
People / sq mi
51.1yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.7%
Female 42.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Tetherow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.0%
48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tetherow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tetherow is $210,893, which is 181% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Tetherow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$210,893
181% above US avg
Per Capita Income$151,312
Avg Weekly Wage$1,079
IRS Avg AGI$58,682

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)660
County GDP$1,150M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare40
Retail63
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,591
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.6 min
Work from Home28.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Tetherow is $2,000,001, 609% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$2,000,001
609% above US avg
Median List Price$2,350,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$2,350,000
$/Sq Ft$395
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio86.3%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory18

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,591
3% above US avg
Effective Rate0.18%
In Tetherow, 23.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 11.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.9%
26% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure25.6%
Asthma11.3%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity11.4%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress9.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate72.8%
Premature Death12,476/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access61.6%
Healthcare Facilities40

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Tetherow has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.6 inches
72% below US avg
Snowfall21.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,806 ft (1,160 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density352/sq mi
Coordinates44.0389°N, 121.3665°W
County FIPS41031
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 90.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (168% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.8%
D 33.7%

Winner: Republican by 30.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+90.2%
168% above US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score5.14
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density352/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants54
Retail Stores63

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.6 min
Work from Home28.2%

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