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Wasco, OR
Full City Profile · Oregon · Sherman County County
Wasco, OR
At a Glance
How Wasco Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wasco's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wasco a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wasco residents earn a median household income of $60,000 , which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,867. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 118 business establishments, including 8 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wasco is $204,300 , 28% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $413,599. Median rent is $1,158/month, with 17.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1962.
Safety & Crime
Wasco reports 112 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 71% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,617/100K.
Education
7.5% of adults in Wasco hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below the national average). 88.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wasco has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 311 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 16.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.