Living in Hood River County, Oregon

Hood River County is a county in Oregon with a population of around 23,137. The main communities are Hood River, Cascade Locks.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,108/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $671K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 39°F) and cool summers (highs around 71°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

Hood River County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 39 and a moderately educated workforce (32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Democratic.