Crescent, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Crescent, Oregon had a total population of 363, the 312th largest community in Oregon, with a median household income of $45,313, which is 45% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 45% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Crescent Quick Facts
How Crescent 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 | 344 | 363 | +5.5% |
| Median household income | $45,278 | $45,313 | +0.1% |
| Median home value | $174,300 | $200,400 | +15.0% |
How Crescent 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+)
Crescent Rankings in Oregon
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Other Cities in Klamath County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Klamath Falls | 22,115 | $46,693 | 23.4% | $287,000 |
| Altamont | 19,927 | $58,629 | 16.9% | $249,200 |
| Keno | 1,651 | $72,877 | 11.6% | $339,600 |
| Falcon Heights | 837 | $61,773 | 5.7% | $193,600 |
| Merrill | 819 | $56,607 | 22.7% | $204,700 |
| Malin | 799 | $49,643 | 30.4% | $206,900 |
| Bonanza | 632 | $66,250 | 17.3% | $261,700 |
| Running Y Ranch | 607 | $102,697 | 2.3% | $599,100 |
| Rocky Point | 478 | N/A | 15.3% | $194,500 |
| Chiloquin | 465 | $33,839 | 27.5% | $93,800 |
Cities Similar to Crescent
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Butte Falls | 364 | $36,979 | $253,800 | 11.1% | 19.9% |
| Trent | 407 | N/A | N/A | 23.7% | 46.2% |
| Hebo | 311 | N/A | $241,900 | 0.0% | 79.7% |
| Mehama | 425 | N/A | $366,700 | 9.6% | 23.8% |
| Wimer | 421 | $43,558 | $329,100 | 7.5% | 3.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 363, Crescent'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
Crescent is a small community located in Oregon, within Klamath County. The total population is 363. It ranks as the 312th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Crescent is 63.8 years. This is 58% higher than the state median of 40.4 years. 14.9% 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 Crescent is $45,313. This is 45% lower than the state median of $83,011. It is also 44% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.1%. This is 24% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Crescent, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $200,400. Housing costs are 58% lower than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 58% higher than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Crescent was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
28.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% 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 55.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Crescent, 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 Crescent, Oregon?
Crescent, Oregon has a population of 363 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Crescent, OR?
The median household income in Crescent is $45,313, which is 44% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Crescent, OR?
The poverty rate in Crescent is 9.1%. This means approximately 33 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Crescent, Oregon?
Crescent's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Crescent, OR?
The median home value in Crescent is $200,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x.
How educated is Crescent, Oregon?
28.1% of adults (25+) in Crescent hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.