Enterprise, Oregon facts for kids
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Enterprise, Oregon
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Aerial view of Enterprise
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Location in Oregon
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| County | Wallowa |
| Incorporated | 1889 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.47 sq mi (3.80 km2) |
| • Land | 1.47 sq mi (3.80 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 3,753 ft (1,144 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,052 |
| • Density | 1,398.77/sq mi (540.02/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−8 (Pacific) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−7 (Pacific) |
| ZIP code |
97828
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| Area code(s) | 458 and 541 |
| FIPS code | 41-23500 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410445 |
| Website | www.enterpriseoregon.org |
Enterprise is a city located in Wallowa County, Oregon. It serves as the "county seat," which means it's the main center for the county's government. In 2020, about 2,052 people called Enterprise home.
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History of Enterprise
The city of Enterprise was first planned and mapped out in 1886. In 1887, the people living there thought about different names like Bennett Flat or Wallowa City. But during a community meeting, they voted for Enterprise. This name was chosen to show the hard-working and progressive spirit of its residents.
A post office opened in Enterprise in November 1887. Catherine Akin became the very first postmaster. Just a couple of years later, on February 21, 1889, the city was officially recognized by the Oregon Legislative Assembly.
Geography and Location
Enterprise is a city made entirely of land. According to the United States Census Bureau, it covers about 1.47 square miles (3.80 square kilometers). This means there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Population Changes Over Time
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 242 | — | |
| 1900 | 396 | 63.6% | |
| 1910 | 1,242 | 213.6% | |
| 1920 | 1,895 | 52.6% | |
| 1930 | 1,379 | −27.2% | |
| 1940 | 1,709 | 23.9% | |
| 1950 | 1,718 | 0.5% | |
| 1960 | 1,932 | 12.5% | |
| 1970 | 1,680 | −13.0% | |
| 1980 | 2,003 | 19.2% | |
| 1990 | 1,905 | −4.9% | |
| 2000 | 1,895 | −0.5% | |
| 2010 | 1,940 | 2.4% | |
| 2020 | 2,052 | 5.8% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
Who Lives in Enterprise?
In 2010, there were 1,940 people living in Enterprise. The city had 871 households, which are like homes where people live together. About 24.8% of these homes had children under 18. The average age of people in Enterprise was 46 years old.
- About 21% of residents were under 18.
- Around 6% were young adults aged 18 to 24.
- Nearly 22% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- Almost 30% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- And about 22% were 65 years or older.
The population was almost evenly split between males (48.1%) and females (51.9%).
Climate and Weather
Enterprise has a type of weather called a humid continental climate. This means it has warm summers and cold, snowy winters. It's not a very common climate type in Oregon.
Tornado in Wallowa County
On June 11, 1968, a strong tornado, rated F2 on the Fujita scale, hit Wallowa County just north of Enterprise. This tornado was quite large, cutting a path between 8 and 10 miles (13 to 16 kilometers) long. It was also very wide, from 0.5 to 2 miles (0.8 to 3.2 kilometers) across. The tornado destroyed a lot of valuable timber, causing a lot of damage.
| Climate data for Enterprise | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 61 (16) |
66 (19) |
78 (26) |
91 (33) |
96 (36) |
101 (38) |
107 (42) |
105 (41) |
98 (37) |
90 (32) |
71 (22) |
63 (17) |
107 (42) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 33.9 (1.1) |
40.0 (4.4) |
47.3 (8.5) |
56.7 (13.7) |
65.5 (18.6) |
72.3 (22.4) |
82.9 (28.3) |
82.1 (27.8) |
73.3 (22.9) |
61.2 (16.2) |
45.3 (7.4) |
36.5 (2.5) |
58.1 (14.5) |
| Daily mean °F (°C) | 23.9 (−4.5) |
29.3 (−1.5) |
35.2 (1.8) |
42.8 (6.0) |
50.2 (10.1) |
56.1 (13.4) |
62.9 (17.2) |
61.3 (16.3) |
54.2 (12.3) |
45.2 (7.3) |
33.8 (1.0) |
27.0 (−2.8) |
43.5 (6.4) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 13.9 (−10.1) |
18.6 (−7.4) |
23.0 (−5.0) |
28.9 (−1.7) |
34.8 (1.6) |
39.9 (4.4) |
42.8 (6.0) |
40.4 (4.7) |
35.1 (1.7) |
29.1 (−1.6) |
22.3 (−5.4) |
17.5 (−8.1) |
28.9 (−1.7) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −34 (−37) |
−36 (−38) |
−21 (−29) |
0 (−18) |
14 (−10) |
22 (−6) |
28 (−2) |
23 (−5) |
13 (−11) |
0 (−18) |
−22 (−30) |
−32 (−36) |
−36 (−38) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | .91 (23) |
.70 (18) |
.99 (25) |
1.17 (30) |
1.66 (42) |
2.08 (53) |
0.69 (18) |
0.78 (20) |
1.01 (26) |
1.08 (27) |
1.00 (25) |
1.02 (26) |
13.10 (333) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 10.9 (28) |
7.5 (19) |
7.0 (18) |
2.2 (5.6) |
0.4 (1.0) |
0.1 (0.25) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0.8 (2.0) |
4.7 (12) |
7.9 (20) |
41.6 (106) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 in) | 11 | 10 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 11 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 14 | 11 | 124 |
| Source: WRCC, Weatherbase | |||||||||||||
Economy and Jobs
One of the biggest employers in Enterprise is the Wallowa Memorial Hospital.
Farming and Ranching
Many cattle ranchers and farmers live in the Enterprise area. Raising livestock, especially cattle, is a huge part of Wallowa County's farming economy. There are over 24,000 mother cows in permanent herds, plus thousands more cattle that graze there in the summer. Sheep farming is also important, with nearly 5,000 sheep in the county during summer. All these animals help bring in over $17.9 million in sales each year.
Growing crops is also a big deal. Farmers grow nearly 9,000 acres of wheat and 4,200 acres of barley. They also grow almost 29,000 acres of hay, which includes alfalfa, grass, and grain. In 2007, the total sales from farming in Wallowa County were over $43.5 million!
Local Businesses and Arts
Enterprise has several greenhouses that sell plants. Many local people also grow vegetables in their own greenhouses. These private growers often sell their produce at the Enterprise Farmers Market every Saturday during the summer.
The city is also home to two bronze foundries, Parks Bronze and TW Bronze. These are places where artists create amazing sculptures from bronze. Many artists, craftspeople, and musicians live in Enterprise, making it a creative community.
Education in Enterprise
Students in Enterprise attend:
- Enterprise High School
Media and News
Enterprise has its own local newspaper and radio stations to keep residents informed.
- The Wallowa County Chieftain is the local newspaper, which has been published since 1884.
- Wallowa Valley Online is another local news source.
Radio Stations
- KWVR (AM) 1340 AM
- KWVR-FM 92.1 FM
- KWRL FM 102.3 FM
- KCMB FM 104.7 FM
Transportation
Enterprise has its own airport:
- Enterprise Municipal Airport
Famous People from Enterprise
Some notable people who have connections to Enterprise include:
- William B. Ault: A US Navy commander during World War II.
- Carol D'Onofrio: A public health researcher.
- Dale T. Mortensen: A winner of the Nobel Prize in Economics.
- Mike Rich: A talented screenwriter.
- Blaine Stubblefield: The person who started the annual National Oldtime Fiddlers' Contest.
Images for kids
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Aerial view of Enterprise
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Location of Enterprise in Oregon
See also
In Spanish: Enterprise (Oregón) para niños
