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Central Point, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Central Point, Oregon had a total population of 19,216, the 38th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $86,058, which is 4% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.7%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Central Point Quick Facts

Population 19,216
Median Household Income $86,058
Median Home Value $389,100
Poverty Rate 6.7%
Unemployment Rate 3.1%
Median Age 41.7 years
Homeownership Rate 67.2%
Affordability Ratio 4.5x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 28.4%
High School Graduation Rate 92.3%
Diversity Index 42/100
Population 19,216 38th of 420
Median Income $86,058 above average
Poverty Rate 6.7% 46% lower than national
Median Home Value $389,100 average

How Central Point Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population19,18319,216+0.2%
Median household income$80,450$86,058+7.0%
Median home value$357,700$389,100+8.8%

How Central Point Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 9.9%
$25K-$50K 16.6%
$50K-$100K 34.5%
$100K+ 39.0%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
2.6%
$10K-$15K
2.2%
$15K-$20K
2.0%
$20K-$25K
3.1%
$25K-$30K
3.7%
$30K-$35K
3.3%
$35K-$40K
2.4%
$40K-$45K
3.2%
$45K-$50K
4.0%
$50K-$60K
5.3%
$60K-$75K
10.3%
$75K-$100K
18.9%
$100K-$125K
11.0%
$125K-$150K
10.6%
$150K-$200K
11.2%
$200K+
6.2%

Employment

3.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4%|National: 5.2%
62.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 67.2%
Renter 32.8%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.5x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,364/mo 19.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

42out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 46 | National average: 61

Education

Central Point Rankings in Oregon

#38 Population of 420
#128 Median Income of 379
#145 Education of 420
#174 Home Value of 381

Other Cities in Jackson County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Medford 86,315 $73,230 13.2% $417,100
Ashland 21,259 $68,028 15.2% $583,800
White City 10,750 $71,175 14.3% $302,400
Eagle Point 9,839 $84,126 10.0% $408,700
Talent 6,254 $62,543 11.7% $405,300
Phoenix 4,390 $66,508 11.5% $415,300
Shady Cove 3,076 $57,000 12.5% $367,900
Jacksonville 2,991 $90,341 9.2% $649,200
Rogue River 2,238 $54,537 12.6% $310,200
Gold Hill 1,288 $56,359 22.0% $340,500

Cities Similar to Central Point

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Milwaukie21,392$86,892$505,10041.5%7.9%
Oak Grove16,796$86,226$515,70043.6%8.4%
Canby18,134$100,989$528,50030.5%8.0%
Hermiston19,546$66,998$266,70016.7%10.1%
Lebanon19,344$63,176$336,80021.3%17.8%

Population Overview

Central Point is a small city located in Oregon, within Jackson County. The total population is 19,216. It ranks as the 38th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in Central Point is 41.7 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Central Point is $86,058. This is 4% higher than the state median of $83,011. It is also 7% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.7%. This is 44% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 3.1%. This is 43% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $389,100. Housing costs are 19% lower than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x. 67.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 63.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Central Point is White (non-Hispanic), making up 73.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 17.5%. The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 1.8%. The Asian population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.

Education

28.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 23% 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 92.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Central Point, 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 Central Point, Oregon?

Central Point, Oregon has a population of 19,216 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Central Point, OR?

The median household income in Central Point is $86,058, which is 7% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Central Point, OR?

The poverty rate in Central Point is 6.7%. This means approximately 1,289 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Central Point, Oregon?

Central Point's population is 73.9% White, 0.8% Black, 17.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Central Point, OR?

The median home value in Central Point is $389,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x.

How educated is Central Point, Oregon?

28.4% of adults (25+) in Central Point hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.