What are the schools like in Long Creek, OR?

Long Creek is served primarily by Long Creek SD 17. The district operates several elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 6.2:1.

What is the median household income in Long Creek?

The median household income in Long Creek, OR is $30,375 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.4%.

What is the weather like in Long Creek, OR?

Long Creek has an average high temperature of 40.4°F in January and 84.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 33.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Long Creek, OR affordable or expensive?

Long Creek's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Long Creek is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $65,500 and the median rent is $605 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Long Creek, OR?

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

Is Long Creek, OR a Good Place to Live?

Long Creek is a small town of 190 in Oregon, with a median household income of $30,375 and a 6.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Long Creek 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 Long Creek is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Long Creek 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: 88.8

Long Creek's overall cost of living index is 88.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Long Creek costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Long Creek, OR	National Avg
Median Home Value	$65,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$605	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	81.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$30,375	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Long Creek is served primarily by Long Creek SD 17. The student-to-teacher ratio is 6.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Long Creek, OR	National Avg
School District	Long Creek SD 17	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	6.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	14.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Long Creek sees average highs of 40.4°F in January and 84.0°F in July, with 17.2 inches of annual precipitation and 33.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Long Creek, OR
Average High — January	40.4°F
Average High — July	84.0°F
Annual Precipitation	17.2"
Annual Snowfall	33.1"

Demographics

Metric	Long Creek, OR	National Avg
Population	190	—
Median Age	55.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	19.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	78.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	20.0%	22.2%
65 and over	44.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Monument, OR 17 mi Mount Vernon, OR 21 mi John Day, OR 22 mi Canyon City, OR 23 mi Prairie City, OR 26 mi

ZIP Codes in Long Creek

Long Creek, OR is covered by 1 ZIP code:

97856

Long Creek vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Long Creek, OR affordable or expensive?

Long Creek's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Long Creek roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $65,500 and median rent is $605/month.

What is the crime rate in Long Creek, OR?

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

What are the schools like in Long Creek?

Public schools in Long Creek are operated by Long Creek SD 17. The district has several elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 6.2:1. 14.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Long Creek, OR a good place to live?

Long Creek, OR has a population of 190, a median household income of $30,375, and an unemployment rate of 6.4%. 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 Long Creek?

Long Creek averages 40.4°F in January and 84.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 17.2 inches with about 33.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Long Creek?

Long Creek, OR is covered by 1 ZIP code: 97856.

What is the population of Long Creek?

The population of Long Creek, Oregon is 190 with a median age of 55.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Long Creek?

Key numbers for living in Long Creek: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $65,500, median household income $30,375, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Long Creek side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.