Pendleton, OR
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 15,983 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | Average |
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.
| Population [details] | 15,983 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 70.5% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 311.03 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 22.40% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 42.44 °F/27.44 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 86.63 °F/53.3 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 20.40 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 62 |
| Cost of living [details] | 90.2 |
| State sales tax | N/A |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Portland (182.50 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | WALLA WALLA REGIONAL (38.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Fishing, Health and fitness |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Religious activities, Wineries |
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