Altamont, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Altamont, Oregon had a total population of 19,927, the 34th largest community in Oregon, with a median household income of $58,629, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Altamont Quick Facts
How Altamont Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 19,844 | 19,927 | +0.4% |
| Median household income | $56,236 | $58,629 | +4.3% |
| Median home value | $222,600 | $249,200 | +11.9% |
How Altamont Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 46 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Altamont Rankings in Oregon
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Other Cities in Klamath County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Klamath Falls | 22,115 | $46,693 | 23.4% | $287,000 |
| Keno | 1,651 | $72,877 | 11.6% | $339,600 |
| Falcon Heights | 837 | $61,773 | 5.7% | $193,600 |
| Merrill | 819 | $56,607 | 22.7% | $204,700 |
| Malin | 799 | $49,643 | 30.4% | $206,900 |
| Bonanza | 632 | $66,250 | 17.3% | $261,700 |
| Running Y Ranch | 607 | $102,697 | 2.3% | $599,100 |
| Rocky Point | 478 | N/A | 15.3% | $194,500 |
| Chiloquin | 465 | $33,839 | 27.5% | $93,800 |
| Oregon Shores | 428 | $69,688 | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Altamont
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hayesville | 21,246 | $58,624 | $365,400 | 14.9% | 23.7% |
| Lebanon | 19,344 | $63,176 | $336,800 | 21.3% | 17.8% |
| Hermiston | 19,546 | $66,998 | $266,700 | 16.7% | 10.1% |
| Ashland | 21,259 | $68,028 | $583,800 | 66.1% | 15.2% |
| Klamath Falls | 22,115 | $46,693 | $287,000 | 24.0% | 23.4% |
Population Overview
Altamont is a small city located in Oregon, within Klamath County. The total population is 19,927. It ranks as the 34th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Altamont is 38.0 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Altamont is $58,629. This is 29% lower than the state median of $83,011. It is also 27% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.9%. This is 42% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 7.4%. This is 39% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $249,200. Housing costs are 48% lower than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 70.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Altamont is White (non-Hispanic), making up 72.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 16.9%. The Black or African American population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 1.8%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.
Education
22.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% lower than the state rate of 36.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 88.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Altamont, Oregon is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Oregon state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 420 Census-designated places in Oregon. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Altamont, Oregon?
Altamont, Oregon has a population of 19,927 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Altamont, OR?
The median household income in Altamont is $58,629, which is 27% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Altamont, OR?
The poverty rate in Altamont is 16.9%. This means approximately 3,328 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Altamont, Oregon?
Altamont's population is 72.4% White, 0.9% Black, 16.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Altamont, OR?
The median home value in Altamont is $249,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.
How educated is Altamont, Oregon?
22.0% of adults (25+) in Altamont hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.