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Is Bethany a Good Place to Live? Bethany, Oregon: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Bethany ranks #9 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #1 of 208 small cities and #1 of 20 in Oregon. Against similar-size cities it stands out for high household income ($167,735, #5 of 208) and low poverty (4%, #14 of 208), and trails on high rents ($2,245/mo, #198 of 208) and expensive homes ($751,700, #196 of 208).
Bethany by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Bethany's rank among the tracked cities and the US figure (or the similar-size median where there is no national figure).
No crime figure is shown for Bethany: no police agency reports to the FBI for it alone. See Is Bethany safe?
What is the cost of living in Bethany?
Bethany's cost of living index is 105.4, 5% above the US level of 100 and #958 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $2,245/mo against $1,178/mo in similar-size cities. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $751,700.
| Measure | Bethany | OregonOR | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living indexBEA Regional Price Parities, metro area · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size 92.6 · US 100 | 105.4#958 of 1,308 | 103.4 | 92.6 | 100 |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $261,400 | $751,700#1175 of 1,309 | — | $261,400 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,178/mo | $2,245/mo#1180 of 1,309 | — | $1,178/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 3.5x | 4.5x#721 of 1,309 | — | 3.5x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 19.9% | 16.1%#103 of 1,309 | — | 19.9% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 208 cities of 25,000 to 50,000 we track (median). Oregon is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. Zillow figures track homes and rentals on the market now; Census figures are survey medians of all homes and leases, so the two differ.
Is Bethany safe?
No police agency reports crime to the FBI for Bethany alone, which is typical of places policed by a county sheriff, so we don't publish a Bethany crime rate or rank it on safety. Oregon as a whole records 311 violent crimes per 100,000 residents against 328 nationally.
What do people earn in Bethany?
The median household in Bethany earns $167,735, 2 times the US figure of $83,163 and 2 times Oregon ($85,220). 4% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Bethany | OregonOR | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $71,675 · US $83,163 | $167,735#20 of 1,312 | $85,220 | $71,675 | $83,163 |
| Poverty rateCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 13% | 4%#48 of 1,312 | — | 13% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 208 cities of 25,000 to 50,000 we track (median). Oregon is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure.
Who lives in Bethany?
The median resident of Bethany is 36.9 years old, against 37.3 in similar-size cities. 71.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #38 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 66.4% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Bethany | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 37.3 | 36.9 | 37.3 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 32.5% | 71.7%#38 of 1,312 | 32.5% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 62.3% | 66.4% | 62.3% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 208 cities of 25,000 to 50,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure.
How are Bethany's schools and health?
We have too few school records for Bethany to describe its public schools. 25.3% of adults are obese and 8.5% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 35.6% and 11.5%.
| Measure | Bethany | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 35.6% | 25.3%#152 of 1,311 | 35.6% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11.5% | 8.5%#145 of 1,311 | 11.5% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 17.3% | 12.8%#48 of 1,311 | 17.3% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 9.2% | 4.5%#37 of 1,311 | 9.2% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 208 cities of 25,000 to 50,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure.
What are the commute and weather like in Bethany?
The average commute in Bethany is 23.9 minutes (Oregon 23.2); 2.5% of workers take transit and 39.2% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Bethany scores 13.5 of 20 (above average walkable), #243 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 65.1°F and winters 40.8°F, with 35.9 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Bethany | OregonOR | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 21.5 min | 23.9 min#672 of 1,312 | 23.2 min | 21.5 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 4.6% | 4%#391 of 1,312 | 5.9% | 4.6% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 75.7% | 52.4% | 65.2% | 75.7% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.5% | 2.5% | 2.4% | 0.5% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.6% | 1.2% | 3.4% | 1.6% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.2% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.2% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 10% | 39.2% | 17.1% | 10% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 8.8 | 13.5#243 of 1,312 | — | 8.8 | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 208 cities of 25,000 to 50,000 we track (median). Oregon is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. The walkability index is the EPA's, averaged over the city's neighborhoods by population.
| Month | Average high (°F) | Average low (°F) | Precipitation (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 47.3 | 33.6 | 5.3 |
| Feb | 51 | 33.5 | 4 |
| Mar | 55.9 | 36.5 | 3.7 |
| Apr | 60.9 | 39.2 | 2.6 |
| May | 68.7 | 44.7 | 2 |
| Jun | 73.5 | 48.6 | 1.3 |
| Jul | 82.1 | 52.2 | 0.4 |
| Aug | 82.4 | 51.8 | 0.5 |
| Sep | 76.4 | 47.5 | 1.4 |
| Oct | 63.7 | 40.9 | 3.4 |
| Nov | 52.6 | 36.5 | 5.4 |
| Dec | 46.2 | 33.3 | 6.1 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Portland-Hillsboro Airport.
| Measure | Bethany | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 56.3°F | 52.5°F | 56.3°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 76.3°F | 65.1°F | 76.3°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 36.7°F | 40.8°F | 36.7°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 43.2 in | 35.9 in | 43.2 in | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 208 cities of 25,000 to 50,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Portland-Hillsboro Airport.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Bethany?
Washington County's air had a median air quality index of 36, and 79% of measured days were rated good; 0 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from fine particles. Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Washington County's biggest natural hazard losses in earthquake, strong wind, and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.16% of building value, higher than 54% of US counties.
| Measure | Bethany | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median air quality index (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = cleanestSimilar-size 41 | 36#161 of 1,138 | 41 | — |
| Unhealthy air days a year (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 1 | 0#1 of 1,138 | 1 | — |
| Yearly hazard losses, share of building value (county)FEMA National Risk Index · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 0.14% | 0.16%#736 of 1,312 | 0.14% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 208 cities of 25,000 to 50,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. County figures for Washington County: the EPA measures air at monitors and FEMA estimates hazard losses by county, not by city.
Natural hazard losses, Washington County
| Hazard | Yearly loss | Higher than |
|---|---|---|
| Earthquake | 0.078% | 95% of counties |
| Strong wind | 0.001% | 31% of counties |
| Inland flooding | 0.061% | 23% of counties |
FEMA National Risk Index: expected yearly building losses from each hazard as a share of the county's building value, compared with every US county exposed to that hazard. Loss rates, unlike FEMA's risk ratings, do not rise just because a county has more property.
How does Bethany compare with similar-size cities?
Bethany is one of 208 cities of 25,000 to 50,000 we track and ranks #1 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 33,106.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethany, ORPop. 33,106 | #9 | 75.7 | $167,735 | $2,245/mo | no data | 23.9 min |
| Gillette, WYPop. 33,431 | #379 | 60.4 | $81,316 | $976/mo | 221 | 18.8 min |
| Gadsden, ALPop. 33,374 | #1217 | 44.4 | $40,345 | $808/mo | 398 | 20.7 min |
| Bluffton, SCPop. 33,157 | #235 | 63.6 | $111,281 | $2,256/mo | 62 | 28.3 min |
| Rochester, NHPop. 33,144 | #395 | 60.2 | $80,836 | $1,369/mo | 106 | 26.1 min |
| Sherwood, ARPop. 33,070 | #743 | 54.3 | $81,328 | $1,101/mo | 611 | 24.1 min |
| Bethel Park, PAPop. 32,881 | #24 | 72.4 | $107,090 | $1,311/mo | 44 | 26.5 min |
| Eagle, IDPop. 32,855 | #279 | 62.6 | $122,894 | $1,765/mo | no data | 23.7 min |
| Florence, KYPop. 32,803 | #374 | 60.5 | $71,003 | $1,329/mo | 199 | 23.3 min |
Rank is overall rank of 1,312. Income is median household income; rent is Census median rent; violent crime is per 100,000 residents as reported to the FBI ("no data" and "incomplete" are explained on each city's page).
How does Bethany compare with the rest of Oregon?
Bethany ranks #1 of the 20 Oregon cities we track, with a score of 75.7 against Oregon's statewide 50.9. Its households earn 2 times the Oregon median.
| City | Rank in OR | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethany, ORPop. 33,106 | #1 | 75.7 | $167,735 | $2,245/mo | no data |
| Lake Oswego, ORPop. 40,381 | #2 | 68.7 | $141,549 | $2,139/mo | 55 |
| Bend, ORPop. 103,390 | #3 | 62.2 | $96,394 | $1,883/mo | 193 |
| Hillsboro, ORPop. 108,231 | #4 | 60.9 | $106,409 | $1,978/mo | 288 |
| Tigard, ORPop. 56,011 | #5 | 60.9 | $108,823 | $1,782/mo | 256 |
| Beaverton, ORPop. 97,812 | #6 | 60.0 | $98,622 | $1,826/mo | 253 |
| Aloha, ORPop. 52,389 | #7 | 58.8 | $101,934 | $1,896/mo | no data |
| Redmond, ORPop. 36,092 | #8 | 58.7 | $84,164 | $1,628/mo | 204 |
| Oregon City, ORPop. 37,755 | #9 | 57.8 | $97,829 | $1,708/mo | 265 |
| Corvallis, ORPop. 59,960 | #10 | 56.7 | $65,012 | $1,391/mo | 173 |
| Portland, ORPop. 641,165 | #11 | 54.3 | $90,919 | $1,655/mo | 702 |
| McMinnville, ORPop. 34,596 | #12 | 54.2 | $73,736 | $1,380/mo | 163 |
| Keizer, ORPop. 39,082 | #13 | 54.1 | $84,813 | $1,424/mo | 217 |
| Albany, ORPop. 56,839 | #14 | 52.2 | $78,114 | $1,372/mo | 164 |
| Gresham, ORPop. 112,378 | #15 | 52.0 | $77,795 | $1,586/mo | 362 |
| Eugene, ORPop. 179,591 | #16 | 51.9 | $66,562 | $1,402/mo | 347 |
| Salem, ORPop. 178,865 | #17 | 51.9 | $75,487 | $1,400/mo | 424 |
| Springfield, ORPop. 61,499 | #18 | 50.7 | $68,761 | $1,258/mo | 285 |
| Medford, ORPop. 86,315 | #19 | 49.7 | $73,230 | $1,376/mo | 406 |
| Grants Pass, ORPop. 39,311 | #20 | 47.5 | $59,646 | $1,217/mo | 369 |
All 20 Oregon cities we track, by overall score. Oregon statewide: median income $85,220, violent crime 311.2 per 100,000.
How is Bethany's score calculated?
Bethany scores 75.7 out of 100, #9 of 1,312 (grade A+, which follows rank). It is scored on the 7 of 11 categories with local data; safety, education, growth, and outdoor access are left out rather than filled with Oregon's statewide figure, and the other weights are scaled up to fill the gap. Each score is compared with the median of similar-size cities, which are scored the same way.
- EconomyCity data, some inputs missing · 24% of score
Median household income and unemployment in Bethany. One input is missing, so the score uses the others. Similar-size median 52.9.
100.0 - HealthCity data · 19% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Bethany. Similar-size median 52.2.
80.3 - AffordabilityCity data · 16% of score
Bethany's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 76.3.
35.6 - Household financesCity data · 13% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Bethany. Similar-size median 46.7.
98.1 - TransportationCity data · 11% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Bethany. Similar-size median 47.3.
68.0 - WalkabilityCity data · 11% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Bethany's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 41.1.
65.8 - EnvironmentCounty data · 6% of score
Air quality and natural hazard losses in the county. Similar-size median 54.8.
56.9 - SafetyNot scored
No FBI figures from a police agency serving Bethany alone.
— - EducationNot scored
Too few school records for Bethany.
— - GrowthNot scored
The Census does not estimate yearly population for Bethany.
— - Outdoor accessNot scored
No city-level park or public land measure exists, so outdoor access is not scored for cities.
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Bar: Bethany's category score out of 100. Tick: median of the 208 cities of 25,000 to 50,000 we track. Shares of score are the category weights rescaled over the categories Bethany has data for. City scores use city formulas and are not on the same scale as state scores. Grades follow rank among the 1,312 cities. Methodology
Frequently asked questions about living in Bethany
Is Bethany, OR a good place to live?
Bethany ranks #9 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #1 of 208 small cities and #1 of 20 in Oregon. Against similar-size cities it stands out for high household income ($167,735, #5 of 208) and low poverty (4%, #14 of 208), and trails on high rents ($2,245/mo, #198 of 208) and expensive homes ($751,700, #196 of 208).
What is the cost of living in Bethany?
Bethany's cost of living index is 105.4, 5% above the US level of 100 and #958 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $2,245/mo against $1,178/mo in similar-size cities. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $751,700.
Is Bethany safe?
No police agency reports crime to the FBI for Bethany alone, which is typical of places policed by a county sheriff, so we don't publish a Bethany crime rate or rank it on safety. Oregon as a whole records 311 violent crimes per 100,000 residents against 328 nationally.
What is the median household income in Bethany?
The median household in Bethany earns $167,735, 2 times the US figure of $83,163 and 2 times Oregon ($85,220). 4% of residents live below the poverty line.
How much is rent in Bethany?
Median rent in Bethany is $2,245/mo (Census), #1180 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent takes 16.1% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Bethany?
The Census median value of owner-occupied homes in Bethany is $751,700, #1175 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest).
How are the public schools in Bethany?
We have too few school records for Bethany to describe its public schools.
How long is the commute in Bethany?
The average commute is 23.9 minutes, #672 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 23.2 minutes across Oregon. 4% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Bethany?
Bethany averages 52.5°F over the year, 65.1°F in summer and 40.8°F in winter, with 35.9 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Bethany walkable?
Bethany scores 13.5 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (above average walkable), #243 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). The index weighs street intersection density, distance to transit and the mix of homes and jobs in each neighborhood.
What natural disasters is Bethany at risk for?
Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Washington County's biggest natural hazard losses in earthquake, strong wind, and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.16% of building value, higher than 54% of US counties.
How is the air quality in Bethany?
Washington County's air had a median air quality index of 36, and 79% of measured days were rated good; 0 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from fine particles.
Who lives in Bethany?
Bethany has 33,106 residents. The median resident of Bethany is 36.9 years old, against 37.3 in similar-size cities. 71.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #38 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 66.4% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Bethany compare with the rest of Oregon?
Bethany ranks #1 of the 20 Oregon cities we track, with a score of 75.7 against Oregon's statewide 50.9. Its households earn 2 times the Oregon median.
What cities are similar in size to Bethany?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Bethany's population of 33,106 are Gillette, WY (#379 overall), Gadsden, AL (#1217 overall), Bluffton, SC (#235 overall), Rochester, NH (#395 overall), and Sherwood, AR (#743 overall). Bethany is #9.