Living in Baker County, Oregon

Baker County is a county in Oregon with a population of around 16,005. The main communities are Baker City, Huntington, Haines.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $674/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $278K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.2%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 36°F) and cool summers (highs around 74°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Baker County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 48 and a predominantly working-class population (24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.