Barlow, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Barlow, Oregon had a total population of 105, the 396th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $96,250, which is 16% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.7%.
Barlow Quick Facts
How Barlow 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 | 187 | 105 | -43.9% |
How Barlow 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+)
Barlow Rankings in Oregon
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Other Cities in Clackamas County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon City | 37,755 | $97,829 | 6.8% | $555,800 |
| West Linn | 26,935 | $146,507 | 5.5% | $770,200 |
| Happy Valley | 26,738 | $122,151 | 7.7% | $725,300 |
| Canby | 18,134 | $100,989 | 8.0% | $528,500 |
| Oak Grove | 16,796 | $86,226 | 8.4% | $515,700 |
| Oatfield | 13,294 | $103,224 | 9.8% | $569,000 |
| Sandy | 12,854 | $108,984 | 7.8% | $470,300 |
| Gladstone | 11,977 | $91,250 | 13.6% | $480,700 |
| Damascus | 11,437 | $122,500 | 3.2% | $653,100 |
| Molalla | 10,186 | $89,318 | 4.3% | $447,100 |
Cities Similar to Barlow
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wallowa Lake | 105 | $86,281 | $365,000 | 71.4% | 0.0% |
| Beatty | 97 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Beaver Marsh | 96 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 61.5% |
| Black Butte Ranch | 115 | N/A | N/A | 98.0% | 12.2% |
| Summerville | 106 | $120,417 | $275,000 | 22.4% | 3.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 105, Barlow's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Barlow is a small community located in Oregon, within Clackamas County. The total population is 105. It ranks as the 396th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Barlow is 45.5 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Barlow is $96,250. This is 16% higher than the state median of $83,011. It is also 19% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.6%. This is 36% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 1.7%. This is 69% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $413,600. Housing costs are 13% lower than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 97.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 54% higher than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Barlow has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.8%) is well below the state average of 14.7%. The Asian population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.
Education
30.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% 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 91.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Barlow, 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 Barlow, Oregon?
Barlow, Oregon has a population of 105 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Barlow, OR?
The median household income in Barlow is $96,250, which is 19% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Barlow, OR?
The poverty rate in Barlow is 7.6%. This means approximately 8 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Barlow, Oregon?
Barlow's population is 93.3% White, 0.0% Black, 4.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Barlow, OR?
The median home value in Barlow is $413,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.
How educated is Barlow, Oregon?
30.4% of adults (25+) in Barlow hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.