Wallowa, OR is a small rural town located in the northeast corner of Oregon. With a population of 832 people, it is one of the least populous towns within the state. Despite its small stature, Wallowa has plenty to offer to its residents and visitors alike. The small downtown area features several locally-owned businesses such as an independent bookstore, a brewery, restaurants, and plenty of shops. For those interested in outdoor activities, Wallowa offers fishing, hunting, hiking trails, camping spots and nature centers all year round. Furthermore, many organizations exist in the city such as Wallowa Valley Arts Council and other community groups providing resources for local residents. Lastly, there are also some local sporting events such as annual bike races at the nearby Wallowa Lake State Park that attract many participants from throughout Oregon.
The population in Wallowa is 832. There are 1,362 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Wallowa is 36.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Wallowa is 2.2, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Wallowa
- 50.3% are married
- 18.8% are divorced
- 28.7% are married with children
- 21.9% have children, but are single
Race in Wallowa
- 89.5% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 2.5% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 7.1% Two or more races
- 1.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander