Cheshire, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cheshire, Oregon had a total population of 296, the 326th largest community in Oregon. The poverty rate is 27.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (27.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Cheshire Quick Facts
How Cheshire 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 | 287 | 296 | +3.1% |
How Cheshire 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 46 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cheshire Rankings in Oregon
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Other Cities in Lane County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eugene | 179,591 | $66,562 | 19.0% | $460,400 |
| Springfield | 61,499 | $68,761 | 14.9% | $358,700 |
| Cottage Grove | 10,698 | $80,875 | 10.7% | $346,600 |
| Santa Clara | 10,551 | $88,344 | 8.9% | $415,100 |
| Florence | 9,482 | $53,333 | 10.3% | $358,300 |
| River Road | 8,862 | $81,589 | 14.5% | $397,800 |
| Junction City | 6,947 | $85,595 | 9.5% | $421,900 |
| Creswell | 5,621 | $100,385 | 4.3% | $435,500 |
| Veneta | 5,200 | $66,890 | 8.6% | $385,200 |
| Oakridge | 3,184 | $40,297 | 23.9% | $240,200 |
Cities Similar to Cheshire
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camp Sherman | 298 | $106,250 | $651,500 | 63.5% | 4.4% |
| Adrian | 299 | $73,000 | $158,100 | 27.9% | 9.4% |
| Adams | 292 | $57,212 | $225,000 | 21.5% | 2.1% |
| Gilchrist | 291 | $250,000+ | $352,600 | 15.1% | 8.3% |
| Neskowin | 290 | N/A | N/A | 23.1% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 296, Cheshire'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
Cheshire is a small community located in Oregon, within Lane County. The total population is 296. It ranks as the 326th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cheshire is 66.1 years. This is 64% higher than the state median of 40.4 years. Only 6.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 12.8% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 27.1%. This is 127% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Cheshire, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 95.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 51% higher than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Cheshire is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 22.0%.
Education
16.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% lower than the state rate of 36.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cheshire, 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 Cheshire, Oregon?
Cheshire, Oregon has a population of 296 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cheshire, OR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Cheshire — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cheshire, OR?
The poverty rate in Cheshire is 27.1%. This means approximately 80 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cheshire, Oregon?
Cheshire's population is 74.0% White, 0.0% Black, 22.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cheshire, OR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Cheshire — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Cheshire, Oregon?
16.0% of adults (25+) in Cheshire hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.