Buxton, Oregon is a small rural community located approximately 25 miles west of the city of Portland. The population of Buxton is 609 according to the US Census and the population density is 20 people per square mile. Despite its small size, Buxton offers many outdoor activities and local attractions for residents to enjoy year-round.
Local businesses in Buxton include the Buxton Country Store, a family-owned grocery store that has been open since 1877, and JJ's Taproom & Grill which provides craft beer and pub style food. There are also several parks located within the city limits such as Miller Woods Park and Billings Park featuring trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding. In addition, there are several organizations in town including the Friends of Miller Woods Park which organizes events like bird watching days and wildflower walks. Local sporting events are also held annually such as the Summer Kickball Classic held every August at Miller Woods Park.
The population in Buxton (zip 97109) is 609. There are 19 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Buxton (zip 97109) is 48.9, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Buxton (zip 97109) is 2.7, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Buxton (zip 97109)
- 64.2% are married
- 4.5% are divorced
- 40.3% are married with children
- 0.0% have children, but are single
Race in Buxton (zip 97109)
- 89.2% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 9.2% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander