Trail, OR

Oregon · Metropolitan Area

Trail is a small town in Oregon with a population of 652.

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
652 Population 96/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $13,270 per capita
N/A Home Value $476,039 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 4.1%
88% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.2%
71% higher than US avg

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

People

Population652
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density96/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,270
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty21.2%
County GDP$13,469M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$476,039

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.5%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Elevation2,316 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.1%
High School+89.7%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 45%
CommuteN/A
Libraries15

Is Trail a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Trail receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Trail faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 21.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Trail experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Trail has a population of 652 with a density of 96 people per square mile. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

652
Total Population
96
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
6.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.7%
Female 58.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Trail vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Trail vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trail is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Trail vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$13,270
Avg Weekly Wage$1,113
IRS Avg AGI$71,809

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.2%
71% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,355
County GDP$13,469M

Business (County)

Restaurants644
Healthcare808
Retail855
Manufacturing283

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,865
39% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $476,039.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$476,039

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-Occupied90.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,865
39% above US avg
In Trail, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.5% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma12.8%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression29.5%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Checkup Rate70.8%
Premature Death8,096/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access85.9%
Healthcare Facilities808

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Trail has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.1 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,316 ft (706 m)
Area6.8 sq mi (17.6 km²)
Population Density96/sq mi
Coordinates42.6665°N, 122.8128°W
County FIPS41029
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.9%
D 45.5%

Winner: Republican by 6.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.1%
88% below US avg
High School+89.7%
School Test Score5.14
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density96/sq mi
Total Area6.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities808
Restaurants644
Retail Stores855

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home4.2%

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