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U.S. Census Data Reports That Bend Oregon Is One of the Fastest Growing Metro Areas

 

By The Deb Tebbs Group

Did you know that Bend Oregon has been one of the fastest growing metro areas in the United States over the last two years?

Thanks to recent data from the U.S. Census we know that close to 4,500 residents chose Bend Oregon between during a one year period from July 2013 to July 2014.

7th Fastest Growth Rate in United States

There’s no denying that Bend has been growing fast over the last two years thanks to low home prices after the housing market crash / economic recession, and more jobs across various industries including: construction and hospitality.

The Census data shows us that Bend’s population growth ranks number 7 (2.7 percent growth) on the list of the fastest growing metro areas nationwide.


Oregon’s Population as a Whole Is Booming

Besides seeing growth in Bend, were also seeing more huge growth across Oregon, especially in the following metro areas including: Columbia, Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington Counties.

In total Oregon has seen a population increase of close 42,000 between July 2013 and July 2014. This was an increase of 1 percent, the fastest growth Oregon has seen since the 2010 Census.

How Does This Affect You?

If you own a home in Bend Oregon during 2015 you can expect to see your home value increase thanks to greater demand for homes across Bend.

When you sell your home you may also be able to sell your home for more than what it’s worth since greater demand for homes is creating multiple offer situations where buyers are competing with each other for Bend Oregon Homes for sale.

To learn more Bend Oregon News that affects you, or to view Bend Oregon homes for sale, contact the Deb Tebbs Group today by calling us at (541) 323-423 or click here to connect with us through our website.

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