Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 11.6% ▲ 16% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.6% ▲ 54% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 322 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,393 (26.4%) |
| Some College | 2,814 (16.9%) |
| Associates | 3,114 (18.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,179 (13.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,790 (22.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,486 ▼ 17% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $338,049 ▲ 21% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,008/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 11,937 |
| Vacant Units | 1,631 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Wasco County is located in Oregon and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 26,183 residents. With a median age of 40.63, it is a middle-aged county.
Wasco County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $63,486 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.6%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 11.6% is above the national average.
Housing in Wasco County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $338,049 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,007. Homeownership rates are high at 66.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Wasco County are primarily White (73.36%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 36.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Wasco County, OR is a solidly middle-class area in Oregon. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97001 | Antelope | 373 | $35,972 | — | $717 | 12.3% | 52.0% |
| 97021 | Dufur | 1,457 | $77,301 | $393,000 | $1,286 | 1.8% | 39.7% |
| 97037 | Maupin | 857 | $62,422 | $290,900 | $1,268 | 0.0% | 43.6% |
| 97040 | Mosier | 1,877 | $77,500 | $413,900 | $1,287 | 0.0% | 51.4% |
| 97058 | The Dalles | 20,540 | $62,257 | $332,500 | $950 | 9.2% | 34.0% |
| 97063 | Tygh Valley | 1,064 | $54,083 | $274,100 | $1,146 | 1.8% | 30.5% |