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Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Oregon had a total population of 4,254,293, with a median household income of $83,011, which is 3% higher than the national average. The poverty rate is 11.9%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Oregon Quick Facts

Population 4,254,293
Median Household Income $83,011
Median Home Value $477,600
Poverty Rate 11.9%
Unemployment Rate 5.4%
Median Age 40.4 years
Homeownership Rate 63.3%
Affordability Ratio 5.8x
Bachelor's Degree+ 36.8%
High School Graduation 91.8%
Counties 36
Cities/Places 420
Population 4,254,293
Median Income $83,011 3% higher than national
Poverty Rate 11.9%
Unemployment 5.4%

How Oregon Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population4,238,7144,254,293+0.4%
Median household income$80,426$83,011+3.2%
Median home value$454,200$477,600+5.2%

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.9%
$25K-$50K 16.2%
$50K-$100K 28.6%
$100K+ 41.3%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.5%
$10K-$15K
3.2%
$15K-$20K
3.0%
$20K-$25K
3.1%
$25K-$30K
3.1%
$30K-$35K
3.1%
$35K-$40K
3.2%
$40K-$45K
3.5%
$45K-$50K
3.3%
$50K-$60K
6.4%
$60K-$75K
9.0%
$75K-$100K
13.3%
$100K-$125K
10.7%
$125K-$150K
7.8%
$150K-$200K
10.1%
$200K+
12.7%

Employment

5.4% Unemployment Rate National: 5.2%
62.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 63.3%
Renter 36.7%
Affordability Index Expensive
5.8x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,525/mo 22.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

46out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 46 | National average: 61

Education

Largest Cities in Oregon

#CityPopulationMedian IncomePoverty
1Portland641,165$90,91912.8%
2Eugene179,591$66,56219.0%
3Salem178,865$75,48714.4%
4Gresham112,378$77,79513.0%
5Hillsboro108,231$106,4098.5%
6Bend103,390$96,3948.8%
7Beaverton97,812$98,62210.1%
8Medford86,315$73,23013.2%
9Springfield61,499$68,76114.9%
10Corvallis59,960$65,01224.3%

Richest Cities in Oregon

#CityMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+
1Dunthorpe$250,000+$1,459,30079.8%
2Bethany$167,735$751,70071.7%
3Bull Mountain$165,426$696,60059.9%
4Cedar Mill$164,079$878,30072.3%
5Stafford$163,155$1,020,10071.5%
6Boring$158,625$730,90034.7%
7West Linn$146,507$770,20062.0%
8Lake Oswego$141,549$932,20074.8%
9Beavercreek$135,032$664,30029.8%
10Oak Hills$127,179$647,80065.2%

Most Affordable Cities in Oregon

By home-value-to-income ratio (lower = more affordable). Min. population 1,000.

#CityRatioHome ValueIncome
1Pilot Rock2.2x$199,700$89,091
2Irrigon2.8x$207,500$74,336
3Lakeview2.9x$202,500$70,900
4Siletz2.9x$251,200$86,667
5Nyssa3.0x$204,300$69,183
6Halsey3.1x$330,300$106,458
7Barview3.1x$246,600$78,510
8Aumsville3.3x$296,400$90,987
9Elgin3.3x$191,300$57,750
10Athena3.3x$239,200$71,898

Explore Oregon Rankings

Cities by Population All cities ranked by size Richest Cities Ranked by median income Most Educated By bachelor's degree rate Most Affordable By housing affordability

All Counties in Oregon (36)

36 results
Multnomah County801,477$88,76612.6%$552,700
Washington County603,947$107,7728.1%$588,000
Clackamas County423,975$103,5177.7%$611,000
Lane County384,207$71,54415.3%$430,600
Marion County349,244$77,35113.0%$416,400
Jackson County222,645$73,99912.4%$430,200
Deschutes County206,334$92,7588.8%$650,900
Linn County130,706$76,32913.0%$376,400
Douglas County112,072$61,31016.3%$310,300
Yamhill County108,734$90,06310.3%$471,700
Benton County96,303$77,70218.2%$513,000
Polk County89,662$85,11812.7%$454,700
Josephine County88,179$60,09815.6%$404,300
Umatilla County79,940$67,72811.8%$282,600
Klamath County70,247$58,83018.3%$280,400
Coos County64,827$62,14316.1%$337,800
Columbia County53,493$87,4588.9%$421,600
Lincoln County50,964$63,16515.9%$410,800
Clatsop County41,363$71,82212.3%$468,300
Malheur County31,954$54,51917.6%$248,900
Tillamook County27,496$69,10512.7%$430,200
Wasco County26,552$64,17511.6%$367,400
Crook County26,277$81,96511.3%$467,000
Union County26,144$65,66116.1%$294,600
Jefferson County25,203$76,26013.4%$374,200
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All Cities & Places in Oregon (420)

420 results
Portland641,165$90,91912.8%$581,500
Eugene179,591$66,56219.0%$460,400
Salem178,865$75,48714.4%$416,900
Gresham112,378$77,79513.0%$458,700
Hillsboro108,231$106,4098.5%$521,100
Bend103,390$96,3948.8%$718,400
Beaverton97,812$98,62210.1%$569,800
Medford86,315$73,23013.2%$417,100
Springfield61,499$68,76114.9%$358,700
Corvallis59,960$65,01224.3%$502,900
Albany56,839$78,11413.5%$389,200
Tigard56,011$108,8236.7%$610,500
Aloha52,389$101,9347.8%$484,400
Lake Oswego40,381$141,5493.4%$932,200
Grants Pass39,311$59,64614.4%$382,600
Keizer39,082$84,8138.1%$434,100
Oregon City37,755$97,8296.8%$555,800
Redmond36,092$84,1649.6%$462,500
McMinnville34,596$73,73616.0%$432,800
Bethany33,106$167,7354.0%$751,700
Woodburn27,875$67,34716.3%$331,800
Tualatin27,763$104,04310.0%$628,200
Wilsonville26,974$96,2368.8%$615,300
West Linn26,935$146,5075.5%$770,200
Happy Valley26,738$122,1517.7%$725,300
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Population Overview

Oregon has a total population of 4,254,293, making it a mid-sized state in the nation. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% higher than the national median of 38.9 years.

Age Demographics

The median age in Oregon is 40.4 years. This is 4% higher than the national median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Oregon is $83,011. This is 3% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.9%. This is 4% lower than the national poverty rate of 12.4%. The unemployment rate is 5.4%. This is 2% higher than the national rate of 5.2%. The median home value is $477,600. Housing costs are 44% higher than the national median of $332,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.8x. 63.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% lower than the national average of 65.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Oregon is White (non-Hispanic), making up 71.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.7%. The Black or African American population (1.8%) is well below the national average of 11.9%.

Education

36.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 3% higher than the national rate of 35.7%. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All figures for Oregon come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Oregon?

Oregon has a total population of 4,254,293 according to the U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median income in Oregon?

The median household income in Oregon is $83,011, which is 3% higher than the national median of $80,734.

How many cities are in Oregon?

Oregon has 420 Census-designated places (cities, towns, and CDPs) and 36 counties.

What is the poverty rate in Oregon?

The poverty rate in Oregon is 11.9%, compared to the national average of 12.4%.

What is the largest city in Oregon?

The largest city in Oregon is Portland with a population of 641,165.