Geography
Pendleton sits amid the hills along the Umatilla River, surrounded by ranches and farmland.
Cultural Attractions
The Pendleton Underground Tours takes visitors through freight tunnels dug by Chinese immigrants between 1870 and 1930, complete with re-creations of the seedy businesses that existed there.
Recreation
The Pendleton Round-Up is a rodeo that began in 1910, and draws about 45,000 spectators each year.
Historical
The Pendleton Woolen Mills, established in Pendleton in 1909, is still producing sportswear today.
Economy
Though well supported by agriculture, tourism and manufacturing also contribute to the town’s economy.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 16,651
- Population under 55:
- 75.1%
- Population over 55:
- 24.9%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Portland
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Poor
- Temperature:
- 86°F July High, 27°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $40,132
- Median home price:
- $122,000
- Average property tax:
- N/A
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 10.5%
- High
- Cost of living:
- Low
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 3
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 2/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 3/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 12/0
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 84
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