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Coos Bay, OR


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Coos Bay, Oregon

Coos Bay, Oregon, in Coos county, is 73 miles SW of Eugene, Oregon (center to center) and 167 miles SW of Portland, Oregon. The city contains a population of approximately 15,374.

The People and Families of Coos Bay

In Coos Bay, about 51% of adults are married.

Coos Bay boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Coos Bay had a median family income of $38,721.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Coos Bay favored John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $2,800. Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in the city.

Coos Bay Housing

Coos Bay has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 61% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Coos Bay, 91% of commuters drive to work. How much would you give to shorten your commute? The city can boast better commuting than most places.

Of Note

High Points

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

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Comparative Profile of Coos Bay, OR

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

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


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens99
Age of the Population98
Male Share of the Population74
Racial Diversity57
Female Share of the Population47
Well-Paid Single Men46
Well-Paid Single Women37
Children Under 5 Years Old33

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married32
Average Household Size22

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults46
People in Middle Class or Better34
Median Family Income34
People Above Poverty33

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times1010
Working at Home96
Walking and Biking to Work87
Public Transportation Use78

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing98
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals88
People Living Alone78
Affordability of Rents78
Affordability of Property Taxes66
Housing Recently Built53

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime64
Low Property Crime56

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