Family and homes in The Dalles
The Dalles is a city of about 16,000 people and about 6,500 households.
What the Census says
In the 2020-2024 estimates, 63.2% of households own their home, 20.1% of residents are 65 or older, and the median age is 38.5. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $360,800, with a margin of error of about $22,400. Of 4,123 owner-occupied homes, about 2,649 (64.2%) are valued at $300,000 or more. About 0.7% of housing units are seasonal or occasional-use homes, so almost every home here is lived in year-round. See About The Dalles for the full table and margins of error.
Schools
North Wasco County School District 21 says it has seven schools and 2,774 students, and describes its schools as "a place where children belong." Its site lists elementary, middle and high school levels, a virtual school, an after-school program and a dual language immersion program. The district's address is 3632 W 10th St, The Dalles.
The city
The City of The Dalles website covers City Hall, permits, planning, public works, the police department and a public calendar. Its community page links to local partners including the library, parks and pool, port and chamber of commerce. City Hall is at 313 Court Street.