Wimer, OR

Oregon · Metropolitan Area

Wimer is a small town in Oregon with a population of 449. Residents earn $37,639 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
449 Population 91/sq mi density
$37,639 Median Income $18,709 per capita
$279,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$37,639 median income, 7.3% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$279,300 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,639
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $279,300
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.6%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population449
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density91/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$37,639
Per Capita$18,709
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty12.6%
County GDP$3,924M
Commute93 min

Housing

C
Home Value$279,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.7%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Elevation1,399 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+93.5%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 34%
Commute93 min
Libraries4

Is Wimer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wimer receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Wimer has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wimer is $37,639, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 93 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wimer is $279,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Wimer experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Wimer has a population of 449 with a density of 91 people per square mile. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

449
Total Population
91
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
5.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.8%
Female 37.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Wimer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Wimer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wimer is $37,639, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 93 minutes.

Income: Wimer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,639
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,709
Avg Weekly Wage$945
IRS Avg AGI$61,613

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.6%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,806
County GDP$3,924M

Business (County)

Restaurants231
Healthcare311
Retail319
Manufacturing101

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,452
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time93.3 min
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wimer is $279,300, 1% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$279,300
1% below US avg

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-Occupied55.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,452
1% below US avg
Effective Rate1.24%
In Wimer, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.7% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma13.3%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression30.7%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate71.7%
Premature Death10,791/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access70.4%
Healthcare Facilities311

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20
FEMA Disasters546

Safety Score

Wimer has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.7 inches
7% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,399 ft (426 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (12.8 km²)
Population Density91/sq mi
Coordinates42.5525°N, 123.1459°W
County FIPS41033
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.3%
D 34.2%

Winner: Republican by 29.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+93.5%
School Test Score5.14
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density91/sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities311
Restaurants231
Retail Stores319

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20
FEMA Disaster Declarations546

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute93.3 min
Work from Home5.0%

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