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Retirement Living In Port Orford - Oregon
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A small town of about 1500 residence, plus a surrounding area with about 30% additional population. Port Orford is the oldest townsite on the Oregon coast, and has one of only a few dolly docks in the world (where boats get lifted out of the ocean onto a dock). The town has several bars, two stores, 1 doctor's office, ambulance and fire department. We are also conveniently located within 30 miles of several golf courses.
Region Characteristics
Urban / City
Rural
Nearby military base
Suburban / Large Community
College Town
Lively downtown business center
Commuter Town
Coastal community
Area Amenities
Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
Access To Green Space
Fairs & Festivals
Outdoor Concerts
Bike Paths
Fishing
Running Paths
Beach
Golf Course
Shopping
Boating
Hiking
Skiing
Bowling
Hunting
Sporting Events
Casino
Indoor Swim Facilities
Tennis
Continuing Education
Lake
State Park
Dining/Nightlife
Movie Cinemas
Walking Paths
Exercise Facilities
National Park
Primary attractions to the area are during the spring/summer months when out door activity is at its best. Attractions include ocean, lake, river, and land activites including but not limited to surfing, rafting, fishing, jet skiing, hiking, and biking. Art galleries are huge here, so there will be no limit of art to explore (including crafts). (We also have several bars!)
Some activities that are frequently enjoyed here are: bird watching, whale watching, kayaking, crabbing, surfing, and scuba diving.
Cultural Activities
Arts
Lectures
Museums
Ballet
Library
Symphony
Concerts
Live music series
Theater
Films
We have many art galleries and a very nice library.
Public transportation
Bus
Rental cars
Train
Nearby major airport
Subway
VA transportation
Nearby cruise terminal
Taxi
The only transportation nearby would be a Bus. A taxi would come from a nearby town (about 50 miles away) and therefore would be expensive.
Medical Facilities
Major Hospital
Wellness center
VA Hospital
What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Port Orford, Oregon?
For those of you that retire in Port Orford, you will enjoy warm summers, a cool fall, a cold winter and a temperate spring!
Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the upper 40's and highs in the mid 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 40's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the winter, great for a day of shopping in Port Orford!
If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Port Orford such as dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cool with averages in the low 50's and highs in the upper 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 40's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Spring, great for a day of shopping in Port Orford!
Summertime in Port Orford is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are cool with averages in the upper 50's and highs in the upper 60's. Nights are cool with lows in the low 50's. Expect a few days of rain.
If you retire in Port Orford, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are cool with averages in the mid 50's and highs in the low 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the mid 40's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Fall.
Monthly Temperature Ranges
Month
Low
Avg
High
Jan
40
F°
48
F°
55
F°
Feb
40
F°
48
F°
56
F°
Mar
41
F°
49
F°
56
F°
Apr
43
F°
50
F°
58
F°
May
46
F°
54
F°
62
F°
Jun
50
F°
57
F°
64
F°
Jul
52
F°
60
F°
68
F°
Aug
52
F°
61
F°
69
F°
Sep
50
F°
59
F°
68
F°
Oct
46
F°
55
F°
64
F°
Nov
43
F°
50
F°
58
F°
Dec
40
F°
47
F°
54
F°
Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days
Month
Days Greater Than 90 F°
Days Less Than 32 F°
Days Less Than 0 F°
Jan
0
4
0
Feb
0
2
0
Mar
0
1
0
Apr
0
0
0
May
0
0
0
Jun
0
0
0
Jul
0
0
0
Aug
0
0
0
Sep
0
0
0
Oct
0
0
0
Nov
0
1
0
Dec
0
4
0
Rain & Humidity
Month
Rainfall
Rainy Days
Humidity
Jan
14
"
19
38
%
Feb
11
"
17
39
%
Mar
11
"
19
40
%
Apr
7
"
16
42
%
May
5
"
12
45
%
Jun
3
"
7
49
%
Jul
1
"
3
52
%
Aug
1
"
3
52
%
Sep
2
"
5
49
%
Oct
6
"
11
45
%
Nov
13
"
19
42
%
Dec
15
"
19
38
%
Snow
Month
Snowfall
Snow On Ground Days
Snowy Days
Jan
0
"
0
0
Feb
0
"
0
0
Mar
0
"
0
0
Apr
0
"
0
0
May
0
"
0
0
Jun
0
"
0
0
Jul
0
"
0
0
Aug
0
"
0
0
Sep
0
"
0
0
Oct
0
"
0
0
Nov
0
"
0
0
Dec
0
"
0
0
Natural Disaster Areas
Earthquakes
Hurricanes
Wildfires
Floods
Tornadoes
Volcanoes
Cost of Living for
Port Orford, OR
Port Orford, Oregon cost of living for Housing, Healthcare, Transportation, Taxes, Utilities, etc.:
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Assisted Living
Nursing homes
State veteran home
Condos
Over 50 Communities
Many housing options available including apartments, rv parks, and houses.
Senior Assistance in
Port Orford, OR
Port Orford, Oregon offers the following assistance for seniors:
Elder-care facilities
Meals on Wheels
Van services for seniors
Home care
Senior center
Visiting nurses
We have a very fine senior activity center.
What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does Port Orford Offer For Retirees?
There are many organizations always accepting volunteers including but not limited to the senior center, chamber of commerce, ambulance and fire department.
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