Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.94 |
| Below Poverty | 12.0% ▲ 20% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.9% ▼ 20% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.7% ▲ 56% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 227 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,561 (28.8%) |
| Some College | 2,442 (19.8%) |
| Associates | 2,274 (18.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,253 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,596 (21%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,984 ▼ 8% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $289,843 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $958/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,330 |
| Vacant Units | 1,562 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Jefferson County is located in Oregon and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 20,805 residents. With a median age of 38.45, it is a middle-aged county.
Jefferson County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $69,983 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.7%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 12.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Jefferson County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $289,843 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $958. Homeownership rates are high at 65.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Jefferson County are racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 48.5%. Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Jefferson County, OR is a solidly middle-class area in Oregon. The 5 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97711 | Ashwood | 30 | $126,250 | — | — | 0.0% | 38.5% |
| 97730 | Camp Sherman | 298 | $90,000 | $625,000 | $1,958 | 0.0% | 64.3% |
| 97734 | Culver | 3,647 | $78,325 | $307,700 | $1,084 | 4.4% | 24.2% |
| 97741 | Madras | 13,750 | $69,696 | $308,900 | $993 | 7.5% | 33.8% |
| 97761 | Warm Springs | 3,080 | $58,906 | $151,200 | $556 | 13.2% | 22.6% |