Wasco, OR is a small city located in Sherman County with a population of 2,746 according to the 2019 census. Despite its small size, Wasco has a great quality of life and is rated highly in the BestPlaces rankings. It ranks high in areas such as housing affordability, cost of living, weather and education opportunities. In particular, it receives an 8 out of 10 for housing affordability from BestPlaces. Additionally, Wasco has an overall ranking of 6 out of 10 for cost of living making it more affordable than most cities in Oregon. The education opportunities also score highly with Wasco receiving a 7 out of 10 rating. Finally, its relatively mild temperatures throughout the year mean that weather scores an impressive 8 out of 10 from BestPlaces rankings. All these great scores make Wasco the perfect place to live if you're looking for good affordability and quality education opportunities.
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