Gales Creek, OR (97117) is a small town with a population of 655 people. It has a population density of 20 people per square mile. Gales Creek is known for its outdoor activities such as fishing, camping, hiking, and swimming in the nearby river. The area also offers horseback riding, snowmobiling in the winter months, and off-roading in 4x4 vehicles. There are also several local businesses including an auto repair shop, antique store, and a family-owned diner. For entertainment there is an annual rodeo at the local fairgrounds which draws large crowds from across Oregon. Other organizations include the Gales Creek Youth Center which offers after school programs for children and teens and the Gales Creek Community Church that hosts weekly services for locals and visitors.
The population in Gales Creek (zip 97117) is 655. There are 19 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Gales Creek (zip 97117) is 37.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Gales Creek (zip 97117) is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Gales Creek (zip 97117)
- 71.9% are married
- 15.9% are divorced
- 14.6% are married with children
- 4.1% have children, but are single
Race in Gales Creek (zip 97117)
- 94.4% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 3.4% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.3% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander