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Corvallis, OR

Located in the middle of the Willamette Valley, Corvallis is surrounded by mountain ranges containing, dense forests and wineries. Hiking and biking are among the favorite outdoor activities in Corvallis, which features an extensive network of pedestrian pathways. Oregon State University, Samaritan Health Services and AVI BioPharma are among the top employers in Corvallis. The city’s restaurants, bars, art galleries and shops tend to bend towards the artistic side of things.

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Affordable Places To Live In Corvallis

Median Household Income
$51,675
Median Home Value
$357,339
Housing Affordability Index
68
Percent of Adult Population with 401(k)
17.60%

 

Education & Career Opportunities In Corvallis

Unemployment Rate
4.90%
Percent of Population With Bachelor's Degree or Higher
62.40%
Percent of Population in the Workforce
55.20%
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Food Scene in Corvallis

48.60%
Percent of Adults Drank Beer in Last 6 Months
Restaurants per Capita
27.30
Percent of Adults who Dined Out
59.90%
Average Annual Spending on Lunch Out
$1,063.00

Love Where You Live In Corvallis

Volunteerism Rate
22.10%
Adults Volunteered for Charitable Organization
Voting
58.40%
Of Adults Voted in Last Election
Local Participation
9.40%
Adults Served on a Local Committee
Diversity Index
46.00

Health in Corvallis

92.80%
Of Population Has Health Insurance
19.70%
Of Population Jogged in the Past Year
Hospitals per Capita
0.34
27.50%
Of Households Used Organic Food in Last 6 Months

Where to Live Now In Corvallis

Average Mortgage Amount
$722.12
Median Rent
$872
37.00%
Of Homes Owned
63.00%
Of Homes Rented
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Experiences & Adventures In Corvallis

12.80%
Of Population Went to Art Gallery Last Year
15.60%
Of Population Attended Live Theater Last Year
14.70%
Of Population Went to a Zoo Last Year
20.60%
Of Population Attended a Sporting Event Last Year