Lack of diversity. As with most mountain towns, Bend is predominately white. In fact, as of January 2021, the city is nearly 93% white. The lack of diversity is even being acknowledged at the city level — city council is discussing how to make the city more diverse.

What is it like to live in Bend?

Living in Bend is great. Small town feel, low crime and tons of outdoor activities. The skiing/snowboarding and athletic lifestyle is the best.

How bad are winters in Bend Oregon?

Bend is a high-elevation mountain town that often sees more than 20 or 30 inches of snow in a winter. Average snowfall is more than 33 inches of snow in a winter. During the 2016-2017 season, we received nearly 60 inches! Storms vary in severity from a couple of inches to more than a foot.

How safe is Bend Oregon?

The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Bend is 1 in 48. Based on FBI crime data, Bend is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Oregon, Bend has a crime rate that is higher than 58% of the states cities and towns of all sizes.

Is Bend Oregon pretty?

We all know Bend has great skiing, beautiful scenery, fabulous beer—pretty much the same things most mountain towns have.