What are the schools like in Paisley, OR?

Paisley is served primarily by Paisley SD 11. The district operates several elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 22.6:1.

What is the median household income in Paisley?

The median household income in Paisley, OR is $44,609 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.8%.

What is the weather like in Paisley, OR?

Paisley has an average high temperature of 42.6°F in January and 85.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 7.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Paisley, OR affordable or expensive?

Paisley's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Paisley is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $110,400 and the median rent is $424 per month.

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

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

Is Paisley, OR a Good Place to Live?

Paisley is a small town of 283 in Oregon, with a median household income of $44,609 and a 8.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Paisley stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

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

All Paisley 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: 88.6

Paisley's overall cost of living index is 88.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Paisley costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Paisley, OR	National Avg
Median Home Value	$110,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$424	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	44.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$44,609	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Paisley is served primarily by Paisley SD 11. The student-to-teacher ratio is 22.6:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Paisley, OR	National Avg
School District	Paisley SD 11	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	22.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	30.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Paisley sees average highs of 42.6°F in January and 85.4°F in July, with 28.9 inches of annual precipitation and 7.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Paisley, OR
Average High — January	42.6°F
Average High — July	85.4°F
Annual Precipitation	28.9"
Annual Snowfall	7.4"

Demographics

Metric	Paisley, OR	National Avg
Population	283	—
Median Age	29.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	18.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	98.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.4%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	29.7%	22.2%
65 and over	20.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Bly, OR 33 mi Lakeview, OR 36 mi Plush, OR 38 mi Silver Lake, OR 39 mi Beatty, OR 41 mi

ZIP Codes in Paisley

Paisley, OR is covered by 1 ZIP code:

97636

Paisley vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paisley, OR affordable or expensive?

Paisley's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Paisley roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $110,400 and median rent is $424/month.

What is the crime rate in Paisley, OR?

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

What are the schools like in Paisley?

Public schools in Paisley are operated by Paisley SD 11. The district has several elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 22.6:1. 30.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Paisley, OR a good place to live?

Paisley, OR has a population of 283, a median household income of $44,609, and an unemployment rate of 8.8%. 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 Paisley?

Paisley averages 42.6°F in January and 85.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 28.9 inches with about 7.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Paisley?

Paisley, OR is covered by 1 ZIP code: 97636.

What is the population of Paisley?

The population of Paisley, Oregon is 283 with a median age of 29.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Paisley?

Key numbers for living in Paisley: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $110,400, median household income $44,609, schools rated C. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Paisley side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.