Weston, OR

Oregon

Weston is a small town in Oregon with a population of 445. Residents earn $41,000 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
445 Population 781/sq mi density
$41,000 Median Income $22,450 per capita
$121,000 Home Value $260,777 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$41,000 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,000 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,000
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,000
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.1%
88% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.5%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population445
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density781/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,000
Per Capita$22,450
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty10.5%
County GDP$4,552M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$260,777

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain16.2 in/yr
Elevation1,836 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.1%
High School+76.0%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 30%
Commute25 min
Libraries12

Is Weston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weston receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Weston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Weston is $41,000, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Weston is $121,000, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Weston enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.2 inches, including 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Weston has a population of 445 with a density of 781 people per square mile. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.5%), with 4.7% Hispanic.

Population

445
Total Population
781
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Weston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.1%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.9%
26% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Weston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weston is $41,000, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Weston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,000
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,450
Avg Weekly Wage$1,069
IRS Avg AGI$63,429

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.5%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,534
County GDP$4,552M

Business (County)

Restaurants174
Healthcare178
Retail235
Manufacturing63

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,015
15% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Work from Home10.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Weston is $121,000, 57% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $260,777.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,000
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$260,777

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-Occupied96.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,015
15% above US avg
Effective Rate3.32%
In Weston, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma13.3%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress16.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Checkup Rate70.8%
Premature Death8,639/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities178

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Weston has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.2 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall7.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,836 ft (560 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density781/sq mi
Coordinates45.8147°N, 118.4255°W
County FIPS41059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 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 37.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.5%
D 29.7%

Winner: Republican by 37.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.1%
88% below US avg
High School+76.0%
School Test Score5.14
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density781/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities178
Restaurants174
Retail Stores235

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Work from Home10.7%

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