Gresham

Gresham, Oregon Overview

Gresham faces challenges across several categories, earning a C+ grade (51.6/100) and ranking #15 of 20 cities in Oregon. Even so, the city scores 64/100 in Environment — a relative bright spot compared to its Education score of 41/100.

Income & Employment in Gresham

The median household income in Gresham is $76,205, 2% below the statewide median of $77,630. The local unemployment rate of 4.1% is lower than the state’s 5.4%. Population grew 0.3% recently.

Safety in Gresham

Gresham’s violent crime rate of 389.2 per 100,000 runs above the Oregon average of 292. The property crime rate is 3039.3 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Gresham

Gresham has a cost of living index of 106.6 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $440,000. Median monthly rent is $1,508. Renters spend 23.7% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Gresham

The adult obesity rate in Gresham is 31.2% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.3%. Residents report an average of 20.4 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Oregon ranks #19 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Gresham

Gresham has a high school graduation rate of 78.9%. The student-teacher ratio is 20.9:1. Per-pupil spending is $15,393. The city has 23 public schools serving 13,338 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Gresham

Gresham enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 59.1°F. Summers average 70.6°F. Winters average 43.5°F. Annual precipitation is 20.8 inches.

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