RANK #379 / 996 · POP 69,506 · OR
PROJECTED GROWTH: +1.2%
Klamath County, Oregon, is often recognized as the "City of Sunshine" with approximately 300 sunny days annually, offering a high desert climate. It serves as a gateway to Crater Lake National Park, located about 60 miles north of Klamath Falls. The county, Oregon's fourth largest, is situated in south-central Oregon, bordering California. Commuting within Klamath Falls is generally short, with an average travel time of 17.9 minutes. The community offers extensive outdoor recreation, including hiking and biking trails at Moore Park and the OC&E Woods Line State Trail, kayaking on Upper Klamath Lake, and birdwatching in the Klamath Basin, a major stop on the Pacific Flyway.
Life in Klamath County is characterized by a focus on outdoor activities and a sense of community. The area attracts families and retirees, drawn to its natural amenities and a lower cost of living compared to the national average. Education is supported by the Klamath County School District and Klamath Falls City Schools, alongside institutions like Oregon Institute of Technology and Klamath Community College. The economy is driven by sectors such as tourism, healthcare, education, and local industry, though agriculture faces challenges due to water shortages in the Klamath Basin.
Above national median (4.7x)
Above national median (13x)
Housing is fairly valued at 5.9x relative to local economic output. Climate and geography support a structural premium. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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Klamath County has a Boom Town Index score of 62/100, ranking #379 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +0.8% and a median household income of $57,219, it's an above-average county on economic indicators.
The median home value in Klamath County is $234,200 with median rent at $921/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.2443, which is less affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +0.9% year-over-year. Job growth: +0.8%. Home values changed +2.5% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 3.75% of Klamath County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.