The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Jefferson county is rated a 6. The average temperature during the month of June is 65.5℉ and the average temperature in January is 31.1℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 21% and the area covered by water is 0.58%. The overall influence score for Jefferson is 8.
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Jefferson County is in the central part of Oregon, just south of the Washington border. The county covers an area of 1,791 square miles and has a population of just under 23,000 people. Most of the county's population lives in rural areas, with only about 20% living in towns and cities. The population is largely white (83%), with Native American (3%), Hispanic (6%), and Asian (3%) being the largest minority groups.
The median household income in Jefferson County is $43,072 and the poverty rate is 13%. The cost of living is relatively low compared to much of Oregon, and there are many affordable housing options available.
The climate in Jefferson County tends to be dry and hot in the summer months, with cooler winters. The area has a wide variety of outdoor recreation opportunities, including camping, hiking, fishing, hunting, and skiing.
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