The Dalles

OR

Wasco County, Oregon

Population 27K |Median income $64,175 |1 hospital

Population
26,552
Wasco County
Median Income
$64,175
-6% vs avg
Median Home Value
$367,400
+61% vs avg
Median Age
41
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
27K+5%
Median Income
$64,175+47%
Median Home Value
$367,400+102%
Poverty Rate
11.6%-36%
Unemployment
7.7%-28%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,008/mo
Poverty Rate
11.6% -18% vs avg
Unemployment 7.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 22.4%
Work From Home 7.9%
Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 75.4%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.9%
Asian 0.7%
African American 0.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
37.9%
High Blood Pressure
35.4%
Short Sleep Duration
29.9%
Physical Inactivity
23.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.9%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.9%
Binge Drinking
15.5%
Current Smoking
14.5%
Diabetes
13.3%
Current Asthma
12.1%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 62%
Annual Checkup 72.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
11.4%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.9%
Stroke
4%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
MID-COLUMBIA MEDICAL CENTER
THE DALLES · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — The Dalles 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 The Dalles, OR? ▼
The Dalles, OR has a population of 26,552 people, located in Wasco County, Oregon.
What is the median household income in The Dalles? ▼
The median household income in The Dalles, OR is $64,175 per year. The poverty rate is 11.6%.
What is the median home value in The Dalles? ▼
The median home value in The Dalles, OR is $367,400. Median rent is $1,008/month.
What are the top health concerns in The Dalles? ▼
The top health indicators in The Dalles include Obesity (37.9%), High Blood Pressure (35.4%), Short Sleep Duration (29.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in The Dalles? ▼
The Dalles has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in The Dalles? ▼
The median age in The Dalles, OR is 41 years. 22.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

The Dalles, OR is located in Wasco County, Oregon. With a population of 27K and a median household income of $64,175, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the The Dalles 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 (Wasco 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.