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Philomath, Oregon, in Benton county, is 32 miles SW of Salem, Oregon (center to center) and 76 miles SW of Portland, Oregon. The city is located in the Corvallis metropolitan area. Philomath has a population of 3,838.
In Philomath, about 60% of adults are married. Large households are normal in Philomath.
In 2000, Philomath had a median family income of $42,578. Poverty is less common in Philomath than most places. The city enjoys an educated population.
Residents of Philomath gave more campaign money ($4,150) to John Kerry than to the other people running for President in 2004. Residents gave more to the Democratic party than any of the others.
Owners occupy 60% of the housing units in Philomath. The average age of the housing in the city is relatively low. Residents here pay higher tax bills for their homes, which generally means better schools and other local services.
In Philomath, 90% of commuters drive to work. The city is more walker- and bicycle-friendly than most places its size. People elsewhere might commute hours every day. But generally not in Philomath, where the commutes are shorter than a lot of places.
Comparing Philomath to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Oregon (State):
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