Cove, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cove, Oregon had a total population of 651, the 263rd largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $82,500, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 12.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.4%.
Cove Quick Facts
How Cove 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 | 638 | 651 | +2.0% |
| Median household income | $67,813 | $82,500 | +21.7% |
| Median home value | $243,800 | $328,000 | +34.5% |
How Cove 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
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+)
Cove Rankings in Oregon
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Other Cities in Union County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Grande | 13,058 | $58,427 | 20.9% | $278,700 |
| Union | 2,290 | $65,047 | 18.9% | $231,400 |
| Elgin | 1,549 | $57,750 | 10.4% | $191,300 |
| Island City | 1,145 | $66,563 | 14.0% | $295,100 |
| North Powder | 563 | $52,273 | 10.5% | $142,200 |
| Imbler | 189 | $66,250 | 27.5% | $275,000 |
| Summerville | 106 | $120,417 | 3.9% | $275,000 |
Cities Similar to Cove
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brooks | 664 | N/A | $350,700 | 16.6% | 8.8% |
| Tumalo | 662 | $85,417 | $719,600 | 28.9% | 4.4% |
| Arlington | 690 | $76,694 | $253,300 | 7.4% | 15.8% |
| Lacomb | 691 | $76,221 | N/A | 2.4% | 3.6% |
| Crawfordsville | 588 | N/A | $400,000 | 14.0% | 29.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 651, Cove'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
Cove is a small community located in Oregon, within Union County. The total population is 651. It ranks as the 263rd most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cove is 47.6 years. This is 18% higher than the state median of 40.4 years. 12.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Cove is $82,500. This is about the same as the state median of $83,011. It is also 2% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.8%. This is 7% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 1.4%. This is 74% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $328,000. Housing costs are 31% lower than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 71.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Cove has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.5%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 1.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 14.7%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.
Education
34.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 6% 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 95.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cove, 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 Cove, Oregon?
Cove, Oregon has a population of 651 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cove, OR?
The median household income in Cove is $82,500, which is 2% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cove, OR?
The poverty rate in Cove is 12.8%. This means approximately 83 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cove, Oregon?
Cove's population is 91.2% White, 0.1% Black, 1.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cove, OR?
The median home value in Cove is $328,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x.
How educated is Cove, Oregon?
34.5% of adults (25+) in Cove hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.