What are the schools like in Wallowa, OR?

Wallowa is served primarily by Wallowa SD 12. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.4:1.

What is the median household income in Wallowa?

The median household income in Wallowa, OR is $46,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.8%.

What is the weather like in Wallowa, OR?

Wallowa has an average high temperature of 35.9°F in January and 87.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 47.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Wallowa, OR affordable or expensive?

Wallowa's cost of living index is 98, where 100 represents the national average. This means Wallowa is 2% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $254,100 and the median rent is $831 per month.

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

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

Is Wallowa, OR a Good Place to Live?

Wallowa is a small town of 724 in Oregon, with a median household income of $46,250 and a 2.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 98 (US average = 100), which is 2% below the national average.

Strengths: Wallowa stands out for short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Wallowa is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Wallowa 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: 98.1

Wallowa's overall cost of living index is 98.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Wallowa costs roughly 2% less than the average American city.

Metric	Wallowa, OR	National Avg
Median Home Value	$254,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$831	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	83.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$46,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

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

Schools & Education

Wallowa is served primarily by Wallowa SD 12. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Wallowa, OR	National Avg
School District	Wallowa SD 12	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	99.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Wallowa sees average highs of 35.9°F in January and 87.7°F in July, with 18.0 inches of annual precipitation and 47.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Wallowa, OR
Average High — January	35.9°F
Average High — July	87.7°F
Annual Precipitation	18.0"
Annual Snowfall	47.9"

Demographics

Metric	Wallowa, OR	National Avg
Population	724	—
Median Age	37.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	86.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	7.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	31.2%	22.2%
65 and over	22.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Lostine, OR 8 mi Enterprise, OR 16 mi Elgin, OR 19 mi Joseph, OR 21 mi Imbler, OR 22 mi

ZIP Codes in Wallowa

Wallowa, OR is covered by 1 ZIP code:

97885

Wallowa vs Other Cities

Wallowa, OR vs Lostine, OR Wallowa, OR vs Enterprise, OR Wallowa, OR vs Elgin, OR Wallowa, OR vs Joseph, OR Wallowa, OR vs Imbler, OR

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wallowa, OR affordable or expensive?

Wallowa's cost of living index is 98, where 100 is the national average. That makes Wallowa roughly 2% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $254,100 and median rent is $831/month.

What is the crime rate in Wallowa, OR?

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

What are the schools like in Wallowa?

Public schools in Wallowa are operated by Wallowa SD 12. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.4:1. 17.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Wallowa, OR a good place to live?

Wallowa, OR has a population of 724, a median household income of $46,250, and an unemployment rate of 2.8%. 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 Wallowa?

Wallowa averages 35.9°F in January and 87.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 18.0 inches with about 47.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Wallowa?

Wallowa, OR is covered by 1 ZIP code: 97885.

What is the population of Wallowa?

The population of Wallowa, Oregon is 724 with a median age of 37.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Wallowa?

Key numbers for living in Wallowa: cost of living index 98 (100 = US average), median home $254,100, median household income $46,250, crime index 8 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Wallowa side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.