Monroe Public RecordsOregon

Transportation in Monroe city, Benton County, OR, is primarily car-dependent: about 82% of workers commute by driving alone, with carpooling accounting for 8%. Public transit usage is negligible, at less than 1%. The average commute time is approximately 28 minutes. Monroe lacks local public transit services; residents typically rely on vehicles, with over 90% of households owning at least one. Major employment hubs are in nearby Corvallis and Eugene, requiring regional travel via highways such as OR-99W. Local infrastructure consists mainly of roadways, with limited bike and pedestrian amenities.

Monroe city, located in Benton County, Oregon, had a population of approximately 667 in the 2020 Census. The median age is about 40 years. The population is roughly 49% male and 51% female. Racially, Monroe is 88% White, 1% Asian, 1% Native American, and 10% Hispanic or Latino, with small percentages identifying as two or more races. The community reflects a predominantly White demographic with modest racial and ethnic diversity.

Monroe city in Benton County, OR, has limited healthcare facilities, with no hospitals within city limits; residents typically access care in nearby Corvallis, which has Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center. The Monroe Clinic & Pharmacy offers basic healthcare services locally. Benton County’s uninsured rate is about 6% (US Census), with most residents covered by private or public insurance. The population skews older, median age around 45, and prevalent health issues include hypertension, diabetes, and obesity (Oregon Health Authority). Local providers include primary care and pharmacy services, but specialty and emergency care requires travel to larger cities.

Monroe city in Benton County, OR, features Monroe Grade School and Monroe High School, serving grades K-12 with approximately 350 students. The high school graduation rate is around 88%, and about 17% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety is prioritized, with recent upgrades and a low incident rate. Educational programs include STEM and agricultural studies. There are no local colleges, but Oregon State University in nearby Corvallis offers adult education. Monroe schools typically earn a state performance score of around 60/100.

Monroe, in Benton County, Oregon, has a homeownership rate of around 66%. The median home value in 2023 was approximately $380,000, with median rents near $1,400/month. Property values have risen about 6% year-over-year. Housing types are primarily single-family homes, with some manufactured housing. South Monroe offers quieter neighborhoods, while the city center is more compact. Benton County property taxes average 1.22% of property assessed value.