Warm Springs, OR

Oregon · Metropolitan Area

Warm Springs is a small town in Oregon with a population of 2,446. Residents earn $58,203 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,446 Population 58/sq mi density
$58,203 Median Income $24,077 per capita
$121,500 Home Value
$553 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$58,203 median income, 6.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,500 home value, $553/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,203
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,500
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.7%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $553
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.8%
116% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,446
Median Age29.7 yrs
Density58/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 5%

Economy

C
Median Income$58,203
Per Capita$24,077
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty26.8%
County GDP$1,150M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,500
Rent$553
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain10.5 in/yr
Elevation1,653 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.7%
High School+83.4%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute22 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Warm Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Warm Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Warm Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Warm Springs is $58,203, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 26.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Warm Springs is $121,500, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $553 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Warm Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Warm Springs has a population of 2,446 with a density of 58 people per square mile. The median age is 29.7 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (88.3%), with 5.2% White.

Population

2,446
Total Population
58
People / sq mi
29.7yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
42.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Warm Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.9%
15% above US avg
Spanish10.1%
25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Warm Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Warm Springs is $58,203, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Warm Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,203
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,077
Avg Weekly Wage$1,079
IRS Avg AGI$58,682

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.8%
116% above 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 Rate2.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Warm Springs is $121,500, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $553 (52% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,500
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$553
52% below 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-Occupied49.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,591
3% above US avg
Effective Rate2.96%
In Warm Springs, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Warm Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes17.3%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure36.2%
Asthma16.2%
COPD9.3%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress24.3%
Physical Distress20.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.4%
Checkup Rate70.6%
Premature Death12,476/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Warm Springs has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.5 inches
72% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,653 ft (504 m)
Area42.4 sq mi (109.9 km²)
Population Density58/sq mi
Coordinates44.7913°N, 121.2477°W
County FIPS41031
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% 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+15.7%
53% below US avg
High School+83.4%
School Test Score5.14
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density58/sq mi
Total Area42.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants54
Retail Stores63

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Work from Home5.9%

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