Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 58.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
| Below Poverty | 9.9% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 33.6% ▼ 13% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 36% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 26 (2.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 357 (32.2%) |
| Some College | 119 (10.7%) |
| Associates | 232 (20.9%) |
| Bachelors | 144 (13%) |
| Graduate Degree | 230 (20.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $48,353 ▼ 37% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $242,438 ▼ 13% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $800/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 912 |
| Vacant Units | 251 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Wheeler County is located in Oregon and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 1,430 residents. With a median age of 58.6, it is an older county.
Wheeler County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $48,353 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 9.9% is near the national average.
Housing in Wheeler County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $242,438 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $800. Homeownership rates are high at 68.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Wheeler County are primarily White (84.96%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 33.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Wheeler County, OR is a working-class area in Oregon. The 3 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.