Bend is not a sleepy town. Since 2001, the community's population has grown more than 17 percent, creating nearly 11,000 new jobs.
Located in the eastern foothills of central Oregon's Cascade Mountains, Bend, OR, is known for its exciting outdoor activities including hiking at Pilot Butte State Park, rock climbing, rafting and kayaking, making it one of Livability.com's Top 10 Death Defying Cities. Residents also enjoy quality schools, an affordable housing market and a strong workforce with a thriving aerospace sector.