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Crook County Facts

Prineville is very near the geographic center of the state of Oregon. Located in a region of high desert, at first appearances the countryside might look dry and desolate. A closer look, however, and one finds golf courses, fishing opportunities, tall timbered forests, busy communities and happy people.

Fast Facts:

  • Populations: Crook County - 22,775; City of Prineville 11,000
  • County area: 2,991 square miles.
  • 300 days of sunshine per year (average)
  • 10.5 inches of moisture per year (average)
  • Average day temperature: January, 31.8 degrees F; July, 64.5 degrees F.
  • Frost-free days: 80-90
  • Major industries: livestock, forest products, recreation, agriculture, manufacturing and wholesale trade
  • Main crops: hay, alfalfa, mint, wheat and sugar beets.
  • Average wage: $24,344
  • Median household income: $34,700
  • Elevations: Paulina 3,680; Post 3,348; Powell Butte 3,120; Prineville 2,868

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


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