Bly, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bly, Oregon had a total population of 150, the 378th largest community in Oregon, with a median household income of $23,214, which is 72% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 22.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 72% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 100.0% is notably above the national average.
Bly Quick Facts
How Bly 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 | 123 | 150 | +22.0% |
| Median household income | $21,071 | $23,214 | +10.2% |
How Bly 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+)
Bly 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 |
| Altamont | 19,927 | $58,629 | 16.9% | $249,200 |
| 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 |
Cities Similar to Bly
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Government Camp | 147 | N/A | N/A | 7.6% | 22.4% |
| Crescent Lake | 154 | N/A | $708,300 | 25.3% | 6.5% |
| Fort Klamath | 155 | N/A | $251,400 | 12.9% | 34.2% |
| Summit | 134 | N/A | N/A | 26.8% | 0.0% |
| Ukiah | 177 | N/A | N/A | 11.5% | 29.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 150, Bly'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
Bly is a small community located in Oregon, within Klamath County. The total population is 150. It ranks as the 378th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bly is 65.1 years. This is 61% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bly is $23,214. This is 72% lower than the state median of $83,011. It is also 71% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 22.0%. This is 84% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 100.0%. This is 1766% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. 66.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Bly was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 74.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bly, 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 Bly, Oregon?
Bly, Oregon has a population of 150 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bly, OR?
The median household income in Bly is $23,214, which is 71% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bly, OR?
The poverty rate in Bly is 22.0%. This means approximately 33 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bly, Oregon?
Bly's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bly, OR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Bly — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Bly, Oregon?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Bly hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.