Clatsop County, Oregon Demographics 2026
Clatsop County, Oregon has a population of 41,363, the 19th most populous county in Oregon. The median household income is $71,822 and the median home value is $468,300. The poverty rate is 12.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Clatsop County Quick Facts
How Clatsop County 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 | 41,343 | 41,363 | +0.0% |
| Median household income | $68,705 | $71,822 | +4.5% |
| Median home value | $437,800 | $468,300 | +7.0% |
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+)
Cities & Places in Clatsop County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astoria | 10,109 | $68,007 | 16.8% | $444,800 |
| Seaside | 7,192 | $47,361 | 17.6% | $459,500 |
| Warrenton | 6,327 | $70,670 | 7.0% | $415,800 |
| Gearhart | 1,978 | $92,250 | 3.6% | $688,100 |
| Cannon Beach | 1,361 | $69,375 | 4.5% | $823,200 |
| Knappa | 806 | $96,641 | 6.0% | $442,100 |
| Svensen | 784 | $88,750 | 23.8% | $383,100 |
| River Point | 475 | N/A | 3.8% | $487,900 |
| Westport | 263 | $33,598 | 9.1% | $62,000 |
| Jeffers Gardens | 235 | N/A | 43.4% | $347,200 |
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Population Overview
Clatsop County is located in Oregon with a total population of 41,363. It is the 19th most populous county out of 36 in Oregon. The county encompasses 10 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Clatsop County is 46.0 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Clatsop County is $71,822. This is 13% lower than the state median of $83,011. It is also 11% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.3%. This is 3% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 4.7%. This is 12% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $468,300. Housing costs are 2% lower than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.5x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 63.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Clatsop County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 80.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.1%. The Asian population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.
Education
28.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% 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 93.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Clatsop County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Oregon and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Clatsop County, Oregon?
Clatsop County has a population of 41,363, making it the 19th most populous county in Oregon.
What is the median income in Clatsop County?
The median household income in Clatsop County is $71,822 with a poverty rate of 12.3%.
How many cities are in Clatsop County, Oregon?
Clatsop County contains 10 Census-designated places.