Cascade Locks city, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Cascade Locks city, Oregon Demographics
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As of 2026, Cascade Locks city, Oregon has a total population of 1,529, the 192nd largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $65,357, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.2%.

Cascade Locks city Quick Facts

Population 1,529

Median Household Income $65,357

Median Home Value $330,800

Poverty Rate 8.2%

Unemployment Rate 4.3%

Median Age 46.2 years

Homeownership Rate 77.9%

Affordability Ratio 5.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 27.5%

High School Graduation Rate 93.3%

Diversity Index 28/100

Population 1,529 192nd of 419

Median Income $65,357 average

Poverty Rate 8.2% 34% lower national

Median Home Value $330,800 average

How Cascade Locks city Compares

Median Household Income

Cascade Locks city

$65,357

$80,426

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Cascade Locks city

$330,800

$454,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.3%

$25K-$50K 18.4%

$50K-$100K 37.4%

$100K+ 32.9%

Employment

4.3% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4% | National: 5.2%

65.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 77.9%

Renter 22.1%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

17.1%

18-34

17.3%

35-54

23.9%

55-74

37.8%

75+

3.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 45 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Cascade Locks city Rankings in Oregon

#192 Population of 419

#222 Median Income of 419

#146 Education of 419

#199 Home Value of 419

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Cities Similar to Cascade Locks city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Chenoweth CDP	1,543	$62,204	$246,300	17.1%	18.4%
Prineville Lake Acres CDP	1,589	$67,216	$415,200	23.8%	11.9%
John Day city	1,543	$75,917	$199,400	22.5%	15.0%
New Hope CDP	1,529	$77,768	$421,500	18.4%	15.0%
Rockaway Beach city	1,577	$55,188	$341,100	23.1%	7.4%

Population Overview

Cascade Locks city is a small community located in Oregon. The total population is 1,529. It ranks as the 192nd most populous out of 419 cities and towns in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in Cascade Locks city is 46.2 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Cascade Locks city is $65,357. This is 19% lower than the state median of $80,426. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 17% lower. The poverty rate stands at 8.2%. This is 31% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 20% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $330,800. Housing costs are 27% lower than the state median of $454,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x. 77.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 63.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Cascade Locks city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (6.6%) is well below the state average of 14.3%.

Education

27.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% lower than the state rate of 36.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Cascade Locks city, Oregon is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Oregon state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 419 Census-designated places in Oregon. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Cascade Locks city, Oregon?

Cascade Locks city, Oregon has a population of 1,529 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Cascade Locks city, OR?

The median household income in Cascade Locks city is $65,357, which is 17% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Cascade Locks city, OR?

The poverty rate in Cascade Locks city is 8.2%. This means approximately 126 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Cascade Locks city, Oregon?

Cascade Locks city's population is 84.6% White, 2.0% Black, 6.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Cascade Locks city, OR?

The median home value in Cascade Locks city is $330,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x.

How educated is Cascade Locks city, Oregon?

27.5% of adults (25+) in Cascade Locks city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.