La Grande

OR

Union County, Oregon

Population 26K |Median income $65,661 |1 hospital

Population
26,144
Union County
Median Income
$65,661
-3% vs avg
Median Home Value
$294,600
+29% vs avg
Median Age
40
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
26K+2%
Median Income
$65,661+54%
Median Home Value
$294,600+88%
Poverty Rate
16.1%-13%
Unemployment
5.7%-39%

Economics

Median Rent
$982/mo
Poverty Rate
16.1% +13% vs avg
Unemployment 5.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 26.1%
Work From Home 8.5%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 87.8%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.5%
Asian 1.2%
African American 1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
35.9%
Obesity
35.8%
Short Sleep Duration
31.5%
Physical Inactivity
21.7%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.6%
Binge Drinking
16%
Frequent Physical Distress
15%
Current Smoking
13.7%
Diabetes
12.2%
Current Asthma
12.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 62.6%
Annual Checkup 73.5%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.1%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.8%
Stroke
3.9%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
GRANDE RONDE HOSPITAL
LA GRANDE · Critical Access Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — La Grande Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Big Bend Florida Counties Including Tallahassee

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of La Grande, OR? ▼
La Grande, OR has a population of 26,144 people, located in Union County, Oregon.
What is the median household income in La Grande? ▼
The median household income in La Grande, OR is $65,661 per year. The poverty rate is 16.1%.
What is the median home value in La Grande? ▼
The median home value in La Grande, OR is $294,600. Median rent is $982/month.
What are the top health concerns in La Grande? ▼
The top health indicators in La Grande include High Blood Pressure (35.9%), Obesity (35.8%), Short Sleep Duration (31.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in La Grande? ▼
La Grande has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in La Grande? ▼
The median age in La Grande, OR is 40 years. 26.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

La Grande, OR is located in Union County, Oregon. With a population of 26K and a median household income of $65,661, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the La Grande area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Union County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.