Bend
City in Deschutes County, Oregon
Bend is a city in Deschutes County, Oregon, with 99,178 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 3,622 ft (1,104 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Tetherow, 3.2 miles SW.
- 99,178residents (2020 Census)
- 3,622 ftelevation · 1,104 m
- 35.3 sq miland area · 91.3 km²
- 2,812 / sq mipopulation density
- 97702ZIP code
About Bend
Bend is a city in Central Oregon and the county seat of Deschutes County. It is located to the east of the Cascade Range, on the Deschutes River. Bend is the most populous city in Central Oregon and sixth-most populous city in the state, with a population of 99,178 as of the 2020 census. The Bend metropolitan statistical area (MSA) has a population of 247,493 and was the fifth largest metropolitan area in Oregon.
The site became known by pioneers as a fordable crossing point of the river, where it ran through a bend. An 1870s ranch popularized the name "Farewell Bend," with the post office later distinguishing the area as Bend. It was incorporated as a city in 1905, starting off as a logging town. In 1910, Mirror Pond was created as a dammed river reservoir to provide energy. In 1950, the two major logging companies were consolidated due to depleted timber, causing an economic drop. In later decades, it experienced rapid growth as a center of tourism and recreation.
Situated in the Oregon High Desert, Bend is bordered by the Deschutes National Forest to the southwest. Economically, it is a tourist destination, featuring recreational attractions (e.g. breweries, an amphitheater, Mt. Bachelor, and the last Blockbuster video-rental store) as well as outdoor sports, including mountain biking, fishing, hiking, camping, rock climbing, white-water rafting, skiing, paragliding, and golf.
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Living in Bend
- Median household income
- $96,394
- Median home value
- $718,400
- Median rent
- $1,883/mo
- Median age
- 40.9
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Bend had 99,178 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 99,178 |
|---|---|
| Density | 2,812 per sq mi (1,086 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Bend at a glance
| State | Oregon (OR) |
|---|---|
| County | Deschutes County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 99,178 (2020) |
| Land area | 35.27 sq mi (91.3 km²) |
| Water area | 0.25 sq mi (0.64 km²) |
| Elevation | 3,622 ft (1,104 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.0567° N, 121.3080° W |
| ZIP code | 97702 |
| Official website | ci.bend.or.us |
| Census code (GEOID) | 4105800 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Bend
- Tetherow3.2 mi SW
- Seventh Mountain5.2 mi SW
- Deschutes River Woods5.4 mi SW
- Tumalo6.9 mi N
- Pronghorn11.0 mi NE
- Sunriver13.6 mi SW
- Eagle Crest14.2 mi N
- Redmond15.4 mi NE
- Three Rivers17.1 mi SW
- Sisters20.3 mi NW
- Terrebonne21.4 mi N
- Crooked River Ranch25.4 mi N
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Frequently asked questions about Bend
What county is Bend in?
Bend is in Deschutes County, Oregon.
What is the population of Bend, OR?
99,178 people lived in Bend at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Bend, OR?
The ZIP code of Bend is 97702.
What is the elevation of Bend?
3,622 feet (1,104 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Bend?
Tetherow (3.2 mi), Seventh Mountain (5.2 mi), Deschutes River Woods (5.4 mi), Tumalo (6.9 mi), Pronghorn (11.0 mi).
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