Canyon City, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Canyon City, Oregon had a total population of 900, the 240th largest town in Oregon, with a median household income of $73,750, which is 11% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Canyon City Quick Facts
How Canyon 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 | 920 | 900 | -2.2% |
| Median household income | $88,542 | $73,750 | -16.7% |
| Median home value | $184,300 | $200,700 | +8.9% |
How Canyon 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+)
Canyon City Rankings in Oregon
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Other Cities in Grant County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Day | 1,609 | $57,891 | 12.9% | $212,100 |
| Prairie City | 615 | $47,311 | 17.3% | $205,900 |
| Mount Vernon | 364 | $63,281 | 9.9% | $143,000 |
| Dayville | 206 | $54,271 | 9.2% | $220,300 |
| Long Creek | 200 | $42,614 | 33.5% | $100,000 |
| Monument | 185 | $38,419 | 24.3% | $2,000,000+ |
| Seneca | 109 | $39,821 | 22.0% | $156,300 |
| Granite | 93 | $16,563 | 80.7% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Canyon City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose | 964 | $77,271 | $542,900 | 37.3% | 7.0% |
| Riddle | 955 | $66,761 | $228,600 | 11.0% | 18.9% |
| Bayshore | 925 | $61,894 | $437,400 | 43.4% | 18.7% |
| Yachats | 979 | $67,125 | $557,500 | 59.9% | 12.4% |
| South Lebanon | 939 | $61,346 | $400,800 | 5.3% | 11.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 900, Canyon City'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
Canyon City is a small community located in Oregon, within Grant County. The total population is 900. It ranks as the 240th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Canyon City is 42.1 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Canyon City is $73,750. This is 11% lower than the state median of $83,011. It is also 9% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.1%. This is 16% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. This is 3% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $200,700. Housing costs are 58% lower than the state median of $477,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Canyon City is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Canyon City has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.2%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 1.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 14.7%.
Education
22.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 89.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Canyon 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 Canyon City, Oregon?
Canyon City, Oregon has a population of 900 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Canyon City, OR?
The median household income in Canyon City is $73,750, which is 9% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Canyon City, OR?
The poverty rate in Canyon City is 10.1%. This means approximately 85 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Canyon City, Oregon?
Canyon City's population is 86.8% White, 0.3% Black, 2.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Canyon City, OR?
The median home value in Canyon City is $200,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.
How educated is Canyon City, Oregon?
22.8% of adults (25+) in Canyon City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.