Oatfield 79 Exceptional
Oatfield Livability #59 ranked city in Oregon#1,731 ranked city in the USARanks better than 94% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Oatfield

PROS
  • Commute

    An elevated score in the commute category points to excellent public transit accessibility and shorter-than-average work commute times in this area.

  • Employment

    Higher than average median household income, income per capita and lower unemployment rates are seen in this area. The result is a high score in the employment category.

  • Housing

    High scores in the housing category are a distinguishing feature of this area, possibly driven by a favorable home affordability ratio, higher home values and appreciation rates.

  • Health & Safety

    Good air quality as well as nearby health facilities like hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, fire and police stations all contribute to a higher than average health and safety score.

CONS
  • Cost Of Living

    Living in this region comes with a high cost of living, translating to elevated costs for homes, goods and services, groceries, utilities, health care and transportation.

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What's it like Living in Oatfield?

Oatfield is a medium-sized city located in the state of Oregon. The city has a population of 13,588 inhabitants. Oatfield has a population density of 4,002 people per square mile. This would be considered well above the national population density level. If we take a look at the last Census, the vast majority of the population falls within one racial group (86% White). Given that fact, Oatfield could be considered less diverse than other cities. With an average age of 49 years, Oatfield residents appear to be older compared to the national average. For seniors and retirees, this city presents itself as a compelling choice. On a daily basis, the typical American spends approximately 26 minutes on their one-way work commute. Reduced travel times not only contributes to increased overall happiness, but also affords more opportunities to cherish moments with family and friends. If you're living in Oatfield, your commute time will align closely with the national average, spanning a one-way duration of approximately 28 minutes.

Whether you’re relocating to a new city to be closer to family, friends or for a new job, living in Oatfield could be a positive experience compared to other cities in Oregon if you know where to search. Don't forget to determine what matters most to you in a neighborhood. Consider factors such as safety, proximity to work or school, access to amenities (like parks, fitness facilities, grocery stores, restaurants), public transportation options, community atmosphere and the overall vibe you're looking for. To help you find the best places to live in and around Oatfield, AreaVibes has created a livability score using key metrics like amenities, cost of living, commute, education, housing and more.

With a livability score of 79/100, Oatfield is ranked #1,691 in the United States and #60 in Oregon. Pack your bags! This is a very high score in comparison to other US cities. Living in Oatfield could be a great choice! Oatfield also ranks in the top 10 percent of all cities, which is no small feat! Based on the grades for each individual category, Oatfield has received high marks for crime (B-), employment (A+) and housing (A+). There are some categories that Oatfield scores poorly for, including: amenities (D) and cost of living (F). It might be worth taking a closer look to figure out why.

Finding affordable real estate and housing in Oatfield can be tricky. Having said that, this area might be the place to get the best of both worlds. Based on factors like home/rental affordability and appreciation rates, this area has received an above average score in the housing category. A healthy real estate market can lead to wealth appreciation for property owners, as rising property values can contribute to homeowners' equity, financial stability and the ability to build long-term wealth.

Assuming that Oatfield meets all of your requirements like low crime rates, good schools and great local amenities, the next most important item to examine is the affordability of real estate in Oatfield. Everything else becomes a lot less important if it turns out that home prices in Oatfield are simply unattainable. The median home price for Oatfield homes is $394,200, which is 59.5% higher than the Oregon average. If we take a closer look at the affordability of homes in Oatfield, we’ll see that the home price to income ratio is 4.7, which is 2.2% higher than the Oregon average.

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      Oatfield transportation information

      Statistic Oatfield Oregon National
      Average one way commute28min23min26min
      Workers who drive to work73.6%71.4%76.4%
      Workers who carpool5.9%10.3%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit3.0%4.4%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.3%2.4%0.6%
      Workers who walk1.1%3.9%2.8%
      Working from home15.2%6.4%4.6%
      Source: The Oatfield, OR data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).