Gilliam
7.1
High score (8-10)
Gilliam County doesn't have a social scene in any urban sense, but for a man who genuinely wants isolated high desert Oregon — wheat fields, Columbia River access, zero crowds — the county has a stark, open-sky appeal. The handful of people who live here are self-sufficient and tend to be direct without pretense. Hunting for mule deer and upland birds is excellent. The complete absence of competition is its own kind of advantage if your appeal is man-of-the-land.
Mid score (6-8) · Your profile
Gilliam County has about 1,800 people in total across its wheat fields and the Columbia River bluffs on the northern edge. The county seat Condon has a historic hotel (the Hotel Condon) that draws some traveler traffic. There's almost no social infrastructure — a couple bars, a diner, nothing else — but the people who are here are friendly in the way that very rural communities can be with travelers. Not a destination for social life, but not unwelcoming either.
Lower score (below 6)
Gilliam County has about 1,800 people total and is one of the ten least populated counties in the United States. The only town of any size is Condon with fewer than 800 people. There is no social scene for an outsider because there isn't enough population to generate one. This is wheat farming and wind energy country — pass-through territory.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the median income in Gilliam, Oregon?
$45k median
What's the typical marriage age for women in Gilliam, Oregon?
Women marry at 27
How common is a college degree in Gilliam, Oregon?
23% men have degree
What's the average male height in Gilliam, Oregon?
177 cm local avg
What's the average BMI for women in Gilliam, Oregon?
Local women avg 29.4