Hood River, Oregon, the windsurfing capital of America
Hood River’s location on the Columbia River is the perfect spot for windsurfing and much, much more. The fertile area is also home to the Hood River Valley, and the region’s prolific pear and apple orchards which account for much of the area’s booming economy. Ready to buy a home in Hood River? You’ll be in good company of fine people with a strong work ethic who also know how to truly enjoy the outdoors in this magnificent setting.
Hood River Fast Facts
- Population: 6,182
- Median Household Income: $34,734
- Median Home Value: $236,100
- Data provided by Yahoo! Real Estate Neighborhood Profiles, November 2007
- Hood River is located in the Pacific Standard Time Zone and observes Daylight Saving Time.
Travel and Transportation
The average commute time for Hood River workers is 17 minutes. Hood River has access to many transportation options including local bus travel, Greyhound Bus Lines and Amtrak. Air travel is accessible via Roberts Field in Redmond, Oregon. Air travel is accessible via the Hood River Airport, Columbia Gorge Regional /The Dalles Municipal Airport and Portland International Airport.
Hood River Employment
Major employers in the Hood River area include Mt. Hood Meadows, Hood River County School District, Diamond Fruit Growers, Providence Hood River Hospital, Duckwall-Pooley Fruit Company, Embarq, Hood River County, Cardinal Glass IG, Columbia Gorge Hotel, Hood River Care Center, Maritime Services, Columbia Gorge Center and the City of Hood River.
Hood River School Districts
The students of Hood River are served by six public schools and three private schools. There are three colleges and universities in the Hood River area.
Hood River Attractions
- Columbia Gorge Discovery Center and Museum
- Hood River County Historical Museum
- International Museum of Carousel Art
- Cooper Spur Mountain Resort
- Hood River Fruit Loop
- Lost Lake Resort
- Maryhill Museum of Art
- Western Antique Aeroplane and Automobile Museum
- Mt. Hood Railroad
Hood River Parks and Recreation
- Columbia Gorge Discovery Center and Museum
- Hood River County Historical Museum
- International Museum of Carousel Art
- Cooper Spur Mountain Resort
- Hood River Fruit Loop
- Lost Lake Resort
- Maryhill Museum of Art
- Western Antique Aeroplane and Automobile Museum
- Mt. Hood Railroad