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Dayton, Oregon, in Yamhill county, is 19 miles N of Salem, Oregon (center to center) and 28 miles SW of Portland, Oregon. The city is considered part of the Portland - Vancouver metropolitan area. Dayton has a population of 2,119.
In Dayton, about 58% of adults are married. Households are larger than most, which is consistent with the family emphasis of the city. One thing visitors notice about the city is the large number of young children, especially babies and pre-school kids.
Approximately 19% of Dayton is non-white. Dayton boasts a diverse population for Oregon, with several racial groups well-represented among the population.
In 2000, Dayton had a median family income of $43,047.
In the 2004 election, George W. Bush was the top Presidential fund-raiser in Dayton ($2,005). Residents gave more to the Republican party than any of the others.
About 75% of housing units in Dayton are owner-occupied. Housing in the city tends to be newer construction.
In Dayton, 93% of commuters drive to work.
Comparing Dayton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Oregon (State):
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