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Gold Beach, Oregon, in Curry county, is 79 miles W of Medford, Oregon (center to center) and 232 miles S of Portland, Oregon. About 1,897 people people live in Gold Beach.
In Gold Beach, about 54% of adults are married.
In 2000, Gold Beach had a median family income of $37,634.
In 2004, John Kerry garnered more political contributions ($500) in Gold Beach than did the other Presidential candidates. The Republican party was the top fund-raiser among political parties in the city.
Residents of Gold Beach enjoy its low crime rate.
Of the houses, apartments, etc. in Gold Beach, about 64% are lived in by their owners, not renters. It's not uncommon for visitors to rent vacation houses in the city. If you're looking for affordable rentals, Gold Beach is one place with an advantage over most places in Oregon.
In Gold Beach, 86% of commuters drive to work. The city is designed with driving in mind. It's not a great city for public transportation. Commuters in Gold Beach enjoy easier drives to work than most people.
Comparing Gold Beach to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Oregon (State):
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| Characteristic | Compared to Peers | Compared to State |
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| Low Violent Crime | ![]() | ![]() |
| Low Property Crime | ![]() | ![]() |
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