Living in Lake County, Oregon

Lake County is a county in Oregon with a population of around 7,829. The main communities are Lakeview, Paisley.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,992/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $179K. The county has a moderate unemployment rate at 5.4%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 39°F) and cool summers (highs around 74°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Lake County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 49 and a predominantly working-class population (16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.