Bend, located in the US state of Oregon, is part of the Deschutes County. As of the 2008 US Census estimated, Bend is estimated to have a population of over 80,000 people. Despite its size, Bend is the principal city in the Bend Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Tourism is considered to be one of the largest economic sectors in the city and the Mount Bachelor Ski Resort is one of its most popular tourist destinations. The resort brings in people from all over the state of Oregon. Activities to do in Bend include skiing, hiking, fishing, picnicking, rafting, rock climbing, golfing and general sight seeing. Healthcare and social services are also a huge pat of Bend's economic profile.

The Roberts Field International Airport, located in Redmond, is the nearest international airport to Bend. A municipal airport is located 5 miles west of the city and serves general aviation traffic. A mainline for the BNSF runs through the city.