Tumalo, OR

Oregon · Metropolitan Area

Tumalo is a small town in Oregon with a population of 587. Residents earn $78,393 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
587 Population 343/sq mi density
$78,393 Median Income $35,687 per capita
$818,200 Home Value
$1,835 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$78,393 median income, 6.2% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$818,200 home value, $1,835/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,393
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $818,200
190% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.7%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,835
58% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.0%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population587
Median Age53.5 yrs
Density343/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$78,393
Per Capita$35,687
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$1,150M
Commute29 min

Housing

F
Home Value$818,200
Rent$1,835
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain9.1 in/yr
Elevation3,225 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute29 min
Libraries1

Is Tumalo a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tumalo is $78,393, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tumalo is $818,200, making it a premium housing market at 190% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,835 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 10.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

25.7% 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

Tumalo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.1 inches, including 11.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Tumalo has a population of 587 with a density of 343 people per square mile. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%).

Population

587
Total Population
343
People / sq mi
53.5yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.9%
Female 60.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Tumalo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.6%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.4%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tumalo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tumalo is $78,393, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Tumalo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,393
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,687
Avg Weekly Wage$1,079
IRS Avg AGI$58,682

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% 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 Rate0.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Tumalo is $818,200, 190% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,835 (58% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$818,200
190% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,835
58% above US avg

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-Occupied69.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,591
3% above US avg
Effective Rate0.44%
In Tumalo, 26.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 14.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.0%
19% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma11.8%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity14.0%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate72.6%
Premature Death12,476/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Tumalo has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average47.4°F
12% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.1 inches
76% below US avg
Snowfall11.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,225 ft (983 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density343/sq mi
Coordinates44.1561°N, 121.3280°W
County FIPS41031
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below 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+25.7%
24% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.14
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density343/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants54
Retail Stores63

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Work from Home4.3%

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