Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
| Below Poverty | 9.1% ▼ 9% below avg |
| College Grads | 58.9% ▲ 52% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 10% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 775 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 14,387 (14.8%) |
| Some College | 9,810 (10.1%) |
| Associates | 15,072 (15.5%) |
| Bachelors | 9,497 (9.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 47,602 (49%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $92,693 ▲ 21% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $675,750 ▲ 142% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,810/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 66,391 |
| Vacant Units | 9,485 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Bend is a city in Oregon, located in Deschutes County. The city spans 6 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 136,639 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 42.15 years.
Economically, Bend is a middle-income community. The median household income of $92,693 is above the national average. Approximately 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 4.4%, near the national average.
The real estate market in Bend is a premium housing market. Median home values stand at $675,750, which is more than double the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,810 per month. Homeownership is high at 68.4%, typical of suburban and family-oriented communities.
The population of Bend is well-educated. 58.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — significantly above the national average. The community is primarily White (84.22%).
Bend, OR offers residents above-average earning potential within Oregon. Spread across 6 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97701 | 42,543 | $77,969 | $567,800 | $1,700 | 3.6% | 56.1% | 53.9% |
| 97702 | 53,114 | $89,094 | $620,600 | $1,825 | 4.0% | 55.7% | 72.1% |
| 97703 | 34,476 | $118,160 | $915,900 | $1,831 | 5.8% | 67.0% | 76.6% |
| 97707 | 6,506 | $83,405 | $559,300 | $2,298 | 6.2% | 60.9% | 90.3% |