Total Population
495
Population
Growth Rate
-0.33%
Median Age
49
Diversity Index
28.900
Harney County
Straddling the historic Oregon Trail, North Powder has a long history of serving travelers. ... The tiny town is surrounded by opportunities for hiking, camping, fishing, wildlife viewing and touring on the Grande Tour Scenic Bikeway. The nearby Anthony Lakes Mountain Resort is a popular destination for skiers and outdoor enthusiasts year-round.
Historically, North Powder prospered with the arrival of the railroad, the creation of a lumber company and the success of an icehouse that supplied refrigerator cars.
North Powder
Population
Housing & Income
Households
201
Total Housing Units
223
Owner Occupied
145
Renter Occupied
56
Vacant
22
Median Home Value
$384,783
Average Home Value
$519,218
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.00%
Per Capita Income
4.51%
Income Projection
Median Household
$57,237 $63,154
Average Household
$97,682 $121,626
Per Capita
$40,891 $50,982
Workforce
Total Businesses
17
Total Employed
78
Workers 16+
204
2022 Educational Services - Businesses
Businesses
1
Employed
32
2022 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
4
Employed
17
2022 Misc Store Retailers
Businesses
1
Employed
13
2022 Public Administration
Businesses
2
Employed
8
2022 Accommodation Businesses
Businesses
2
Employed
8
2022 Accommodation/Food Service
Businesses
2
Employed
8
Some
High School
28
Graduated
High School
112
Associates
Degree
37
Bachelor's
Degree
80
Graduate
Degree
9
Average Commute Time
0 min.
Resident Commuters
169
Non-Resident Commuters
28
Drive Alone
186
Carpooled
0
Public
0
Work At Home
0