Baker City, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Baker City, Oregon had a total population of 10,210, the 64th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $61,580, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Baker City Quick Facts
How Baker City 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 | 10,177 | 10,210 | +0.3% |
| Median household income | $58,125 | $61,580 | +5.9% |
| Median home value | $233,500 | $271,400 | +16.2% |
How Baker City 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
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 46 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Baker City Rankings in Oregon
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Other Cities in Baker County
Cities Similar to Baker City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newport | 10,583 | $60,568 | $441,400 | 31.3% | 16.2% |
| Sweet Home | 10,078 | $56,927 | $273,300 | 11.3% | 19.4% |
| Astoria | 10,109 | $68,007 | $444,800 | 31.3% | 16.8% |
| Lincoln City | 9,968 | $56,635 | $412,700 | 26.1% | 14.1% |
| Fairview | 10,735 | $70,107 | $427,700 | 24.0% | 17.5% |
Population Overview
Baker City is a small city located in Oregon, within Baker County. The total population is 10,210. It ranks as the 64th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Baker City is 42.6 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 40.4 years. 11.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Baker City is $61,580. This is 26% lower than the state median of $83,011. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.0%. This is 18% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 7.2%. This is 35% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $271,400. Housing costs are 43% lower than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x. 69.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Baker City has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (6.3%) is well below the state average of 14.7%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.
Education
26.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 27% 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 92.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Baker City, 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 Baker City, Oregon?
Baker City, Oregon has a population of 10,210 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Baker City, OR?
The median household income in Baker City is $61,580, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Baker City, OR?
The poverty rate in Baker City is 14.0%. This means approximately 1,365 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Baker City, Oregon?
Baker City's population is 86.4% White, 1.8% Black, 6.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Baker City, OR?
The median home value in Baker City is $271,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x.
How educated is Baker City, Oregon?
26.9% of adults (25+) in Baker City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.