Polk County

OR · Pop. 150,836 · Suburban County

7Homestead Score

Polk County is a suburban county in OR with a population of approximately 150,836.

$/Acre: $3,659
Property Tax: 0.93%
Growing Season: 235 days
Broadband: 83%
Safety: 6/10
Density: 98.1/sq mi

Pros

Long growing season, Good internet

Cons

Limited amenities

Taxes & Cost of Living

Property Tax Rate0.93%
Local Sales Tax0.23%
Combined Sales Tax0.23%
Cost of Living Index101.3
Median Household Income$87,537
Poverty Rate24.5%
Homestead ExemptionYes

Land & Building

Avg Land $/Acre$3,659
Median Home Price$301K
Acres for Sale1485
Building CodeBasic
Permit Required
Zoning TypeLimited Zoning
Tiny Home Friendly
Mobile Home Friendly
Min Lot Size0.5 acres

Climate & Growing

USDA Zone7
Growing Season235 days
Annual Rainfall58.1 inches
Avg Summer High83°F
Avg Winter Low31°F
Soil TypeLoam
Soil Quality7/10
Elevation3,404 ft
Top CropsHay

Natural Disaster Risk

Drought5/10
Wildfire6/10
Tornado1/10
Flood2/10

Water & Energy

Primary Water SourceWell
Well Depth (avg)203 ft
Water AvailabilityAbundant
Solar (Avg PSH)4.5
Wind Potential7/10
Electric Rate$0.13/kWh

Laws & Regulations

Unincorporated
HOA PrevalenceSome
Livestock Allowed
Chicken OrdinanceRestricted
Burn Permit Required
Raw Milk AccessNo

Safety

Violent Crime /100K327
Property Crime /100K428
Overall Safety6/10
Sheriff Response33 minutes average

Healthcare

Nearest Hospital13.5 miles
Emergency Room
Healthcare Facilities4

Infrastructure & Community

Broadband Coverage83%
Cell CoverageGood
Starlink Available
Nearest Town5 miles
Nearest City29 miles
School District5/10
Farmers Markets2
Public Land Nearby18%

Business & Employment

Unemployment Rate3.5%
Ag EconomyModerate