Corvallis

Corvallis, Oregon Overview

Corvallis scores 56.3/100 overall (B), ranking #10 of 20 cities in Oregon — below the state composite of 58.1. Transportation is the city’s relative strength at 76/100, while Fiscal Health lags at 20/100.

Income & Employment in Corvallis

Corvallis’s median income of $63,807 is 18% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.6% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 3.6%.

Safety in Corvallis

At 195.2 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Corvallis sits meaningfully below the Oregon average of 292 — a 50% lower gap. The property crime rate is 2955.7 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Corvallis

Corvallis has a cost of living index of 106.4 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $480,600. Median monthly rent is $1,342. The price-to-income ratio of 7.5x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Corvallis

Corvallis’s adult obesity rate of 25.8% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 7.8%. Residents report an average of 20.6 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Oregon ranks #19 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Corvallis

Corvallis has a high school graduation rate of 90%. The student-teacher ratio is 20.7:1. Local districts invest $17,566 per student, well above the national median. The city has 13 public schools serving 6,118 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Corvallis

Corvallis enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 58.7°F. Summers average 74.6°F. Winters average 42.9°F. Annual precipitation is 16.4 inches. The average commute of 14.7 minutes is notably short.

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