What are the schools like in Hines, OR?

Hines is served primarily by Double O SD 28. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 5.0:1.

What is the median household income in Hines?

The median household income in Hines, OR is $47,321 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.7%.

What is the weather like in Hines, OR?

Hines has an average high temperature of 36.7°F in January and 88.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 35.9 inches.

Hines, OR Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Hines, OR affordable or expensive?

Hines's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hines is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $153,800 and the median rent is $580 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Hines, OR?

Crime rate data for Hines is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Hines, OR a Good Place to Live?

Hines is a small town of 1,608 in Oregon, with a median household income of $47,321 and a 6.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

Strengths: Hines stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Hines is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Hines city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 92.7

Hines's overall cost of living index is 92.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hines costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hines, OR	National Avg
Median Home Value	$153,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$580	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	74.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$47,321	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Hines is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Hines is served primarily by Double O SD 28. The student-to-teacher ratio is 5.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hines, OR	National Avg
School District	Double O SD 28	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	5.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	23.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hines sees average highs of 36.7°F in January and 88.7°F in July, with 10.4 inches of annual precipitation and 35.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hines, OR
Average High — January	36.7°F
Average High — July	88.7°F
Annual Precipitation	10.4"
Annual Snowfall	35.9"

Demographics

Metric	Hines, OR	National Avg
Population	1,608	—
Median Age	40.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	8.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	90.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	7.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	23.9%	22.2%
65 and over	21.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Burns, OR 2 mi Crane, OR 27 mi Seneca, OR 40 mi Juntura, OR 52 mi Canyon City, OR 58 mi

ZIP Codes in Hines

Hines, OR is covered by 1 ZIP code:

97738

Hines vs Other Cities

Hines, OR vs Burns, OR Hines, OR vs Crane, OR Hines, OR vs Seneca, OR Hines, OR vs Juntura, OR Hines, OR vs Canyon City, OR

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hines, OR affordable or expensive?

Hines's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hines roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $153,800 and median rent is $580/month.

What is the crime rate in Hines, OR?

Crime data for Hines is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Hines?

Public schools in Hines are operated by Double O SD 28. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 5.0:1. 23.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hines, OR a good place to live?

Hines, OR has a population of 1,608, a median household income of $47,321, and an unemployment rate of 6.7%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Hines?

Hines averages 36.7°F in January and 88.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 10.4 inches with about 35.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hines?

Hines, OR is covered by 1 ZIP code: 97738.

What is the population of Hines?

The population of Hines, Oregon is 1,608 with a median age of 40.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hines?

Key numbers for living in Hines: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $153,800, median household income $47,321, schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hines side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.