Reedsport, OR

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):

Category	Trophy
Affordability of Rents (vs. State)	Top 1%
Short Commute Times (vs. Peers)	Top 12%

Comparative Profile of Reedsport, OR

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

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Age of the Population
Senior Citizens
Racial Diversity
Male Share of the Population
Female Share of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men
Children Under 5 Years Old

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
People in Middle Class or Better
People Above Poverty
Median Family Income

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Short Commute Times
Working at Home
Walking and Biking to Work
Public Transportation Use

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
People Living Alone
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Affordability of Rents
Housing Recently Built
Affordability of Property Taxes

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Violent Crime
Low Property Crime

Reedsport Almanac

Reedsport Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Reedsport Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Reedsport, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Reedsport High Schools (2004)

REEDSPORT JUNIOR/HIGH SCHOOL
2260 LONGWOOD DR
541-271-2141
Serves 447 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 19.9

Reedsport Colleges

(List of All Oregon Colleges)

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