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Reedsport, OR


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Reedsport, Oregon

Reedsport, Oregon, in Douglas county, is 55 miles SW of Eugene, Oregon (center to center) and 144 miles SW of Portland, Oregon. The city contains a population of approximately 4,378.

The People and Families of Reedsport

In Reedsport, about 60% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Reedsport, which is home to many people who live alone.

The city boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Reedsport had a median family income of $33,689.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Reedsport favored John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $750. Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in the city.

Reedsport Housing

Reedsport has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 66% 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. Rents in Reedsport tend toward the low side for Oregon.

Commuting

In Reedsport, 85% of commuters drive to work. How much would you give to shorten your commute? The city can boast better commuting than most places.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Rents
(vs. State)
Top 1%trophyReedsport Affordability of Rents
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 12%Reedsport Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Reedsport, OR

Comparing Reedsport 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
Age of the Population1010
Senior Citizens1010
Racial Diversity64
Male Share of the Population64
Female Share of the Population57
Well-Paid Single Men44
Children Under 5 Years Old22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married55
Average Household Size22

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults65
People in Middle Class or Better43
People Above Poverty33
Median Family Income32

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times98
Working at Home75
Walking and Biking to Work32
Public Transportation Use32

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals97
People Living Alone910
Seasonal and Vacation Housing88
Affordability of Rents810
Housing Recently Built75
Affordability of Property Taxes35

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime88
Low Property Crime36

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