West Scio, OR

Oregon · Metropolitan Area

West Scio is a small town in Oregon with a population of 51.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
51 Population 150/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $39,888 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 33.3%
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population51
Median Age25.5 yrs
Density150/mi²
Male / Female24% / 77%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans35.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$39,888
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$23,937M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.8%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain52.7 in/yr
Elevation317 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
CommuteN/A
Broadband35.0%
Libraries6

Is West Scio a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Scio receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. West Scio offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

West Scio experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

West Scio has a population of 51 with a density of 150 people per square mile. The median age is 25.5 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

51
Total Population
150
People / sq mi
25.5yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 23.5%
Female 76.5%

Race & Ethnicity

West Scio vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

West Scio vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Scio is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: West Scio vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$39,888
Avg Weekly Wage$1,207
IRS Avg AGI$72,475

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)12,695
County GDP$23,937M

Business (County)

Restaurants832
Healthcare1,215
Retail1,124
Manufacturing360

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,970
42% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,970
42% above US avg
In West Scio, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.8% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: West Scio vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma12.9%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression29.8%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate69.2%
Premature Death7,452/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access89.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,215

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)43
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

West Scio has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.7 inches
39% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation317 ft (97 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density150/sq mi
Coordinates44.7098°N, 122.8812°W
County FIPS41047
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 33.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.5%
D 47.5%

Winner: Republican by 2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.3%
1% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.14
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density150/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities1,215
Restaurants832
Retail Stores1,124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)43
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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