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Coquille, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Coquille, Oregon had a total population of 4,002, the 116th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $58,490, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.8%.

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

Coquille Quick Facts

Population 4,002
Median Household Income $58,490
Median Home Value $304,500
Poverty Rate 19.8%
Unemployment Rate 4.7%
Median Age 42.9 years
Homeownership Rate 65.6%
Affordability Ratio 5.2x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 18.9%
High School Graduation Rate 91.1%
Diversity Index 28/100
Population 4,002 116th of 420
Median Income $58,490 bottom 30%
Poverty Rate 19.8% 59% higher than national
Median Home Value $304,500 below average

How Coquille 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
Population4,0194,002-0.4%
Median household income$49,276$58,490+18.7%
Median home value$249,200$304,500+22.2%

How Coquille Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 25.2%
$25K-$50K 17.8%
$50K-$100K 32.6%
$100K+ 24.4%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
12.3%
$10K-$15K
3.8%
$15K-$20K
5.6%
$20K-$25K
3.5%
$25K-$30K
2.3%
$30K-$35K
7.3%
$35K-$40K
2.3%
$40K-$45K
5.1%
$45K-$50K
0.9%
$50K-$60K
7.9%
$60K-$75K
10.1%
$75K-$100K
14.6%
$100K-$125K
10.3%
$125K-$150K
3.0%
$150K-$200K
3.5%
$200K+
7.5%

Employment

4.7% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4%|National: 5.2%
48.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 65.6%
Renter 34.4%
Affordability Index Expensive
5.2x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,157/mo 23.7% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

28out of 100
Low Diversity

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

State average: 46 | National average: 61

Education

Coquille Rankings in Oregon

#116 Population of 420
#276 Median Income of 379
#244 Education of 420
#255 Home Value of 381

Other Cities in Coos County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Coos Bay 15,925 $56,524 15.3% $306,900
North Bend 10,171 $81,320 14.0% $352,300
Bandon 3,330 $48,187 26.3% $503,200
Myrtle Point 2,684 $47,656 20.2% $252,900
Lakeside 1,870 $65,375 14.1% $304,900
Barview 1,684 $78,510 4.5% $246,600
Bunker Hill 1,626 $60,058 24.3% $227,600
Saunders Lake 1,338 $63,914 18.1% $339,700
Glasgow 697 $91,047 10.9% $433,800
Powers 613 $48,625 23.3% $159,900

Cities Similar to Coquille

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Boardman4,064$66,691$235,3009.3%17.1%
Tri-City4,234$55,026$246,6006.9%27.5%
Reedsport4,317$53,571$240,00013.6%9.3%
Redwood3,721$68,125$397,80019.4%10.8%
Myrtle Creek3,500$55,921$239,90018.1%16.2%

Population Overview

Coquille is a small community located in Oregon, within Coos County. The total population is 4,002. It ranks as the 116th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in Coquille is 42.9 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Coquille is $58,490. This is 30% lower than the state median of $83,011. It is also 28% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.8%. This is 66% 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 $304,500. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x. 65.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 63.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Coquille is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.5%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 1.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.5%) is well below the state average of 14.7%.

Education

18.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% 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 91.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Coquille, 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 Coquille, Oregon?

Coquille, Oregon has a population of 4,002 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Coquille, OR?

The median household income in Coquille is $58,490, which is 28% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Coquille, OR?

The poverty rate in Coquille is 19.8%. This means approximately 778 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Coquille, Oregon?

Coquille's population is 84.1% White, 0.6% Black, 4.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Coquille, OR?

The median home value in Coquille is $304,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x.

How educated is Coquille, Oregon?

18.9% of adults (25+) in Coquille hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.