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Oregon, Illinois

Oregon, Illinois, in Ogle county, is 21 miles SW of Rockford, Illinois (center to center) and 87 miles W of Chicago, Illinois. The city benefits from easy access to the nearby cities and towns with which it shares the Rockford metropolitan area. Oregon contains a population of approximately 4,060.

The People and Families of Oregon

In Oregon, about 53% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Oregon had a median family income of $41,250.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Oregon favored John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $1,300. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Oregon Housing

Oregon has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 65% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. The city, among other things, is known as a good place for singles and couples to rent apartments.

Commuting

In Oregon, 88% of commuters drive to work. Be careful driving aroung Oregon -- lots of residents enjoy bicycling and walking there.

High Points

Oregon strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Illinois):

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)
Top 7%Oregon Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)
Top 15%Oregon Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Oregon, IL

Comparing Oregon to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Illinois (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Well-Paid Single Men85
Well-Paid Single Women85
Senior Citizens77
Racial Diversity76
Age of the Population67
Male Share of the Population66
Female Share of the Population55
Children Under 5 Years Old32

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married43
Average Household Size32

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults77
Median Family Income63
People in Middle Class or Better63
People Above Poverty32

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work910
Short Commute Times89
Working at Home88
Public Transportation Use22

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals1010
People Living Alone89
Affordability of Rents56
Seasonal and Vacation Housing47
Housing Recently Built33
Affordability of Property Taxes24
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