Damascus CDP, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Damascus CDP, Oregon Demographics
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As of 2026, Damascus CDP, Oregon has a total population of 10,888, the 58th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $112,774, which is 40% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 3.4%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 40% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Oregon.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 3.4% — among the lowest in Oregon.

Damascus CDP Quick Facts

Population 10,888

Median Household Income $112,774

Median Home Value $637,100

Poverty Rate 3.4%

Unemployment Rate 2.9%

Median Age 44.3 years

Homeownership Rate 92.2%

Affordability Ratio 5.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 31.0%

High School Graduation Rate 96.1%

Diversity Index 28/100

Population 10,888 58th of 419

Median Income $112,774 top 10%

Poverty Rate 3.4% 73% lower national

Median Home Value $637,100 top 10%

How Damascus CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Damascus CDP

$112,774

$80,426

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Damascus CDP

$637,100

$454,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 6.5%

$25K-$50K 11.0%

$50K-$100K 28.2%

$100K+ 54.3%

Employment

2.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4% | National: 5.2%

61.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 92.2%

Renter 7.8%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.4%

18-34

17.0%

35-54

29.4%

55-74

27.0%

75+

7.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

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

State average: 45 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Damascus CDP Rankings in Oregon

#58 Population of 419

#36 Median Income of 419

#111 Education of 419

#32 Home Value of 419

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Cities Similar to Damascus CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Oak Hills CDP	11,464	$124,594	$632,600	64.5%	6.3%
Rockcreek CDP	9,463	$104,785	$619,300	47.4%	3.7%
Santa Clara CDP	10,623	$82,530	$381,700	27.3%	10.1%
Oatfield CDP	12,709	$103,483	$523,900	33.2%	9.2%
Sandy city	12,738	$102,201	$450,200	24.8%	7.8%

Population Overview

Damascus CDP is a small city located in Oregon. The total population is 10,888. It ranks as the 58th most populous out of 419 cities and towns in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in Damascus CDP is 44.3 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Damascus CDP is $112,774. This is 40% higher than the state median of $80,426. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 44% higher. The poverty rate stands at 3.4%. This is 71% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $637,100. Housing costs are 40% higher than the state median of $454,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x. 92.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 46% higher than the state average of 63.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Damascus CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.1%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 1.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (6.1%) is well below the state average of 14.3%.

Education

31.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 14% lower than the state rate of 36.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 96.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Damascus CDP, Oregon is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Oregon state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 419 Census-designated places in Oregon. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Damascus CDP, Oregon?

Damascus CDP, Oregon has a population of 10,888 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Damascus CDP, OR?

The median household income in Damascus CDP is $112,774, which is 44% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Damascus CDP, OR?

The poverty rate in Damascus CDP is 3.4%. This means approximately 370 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Damascus CDP, Oregon?

Damascus CDP's population is 84.5% White, 0.5% Black, 6.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Damascus CDP, OR?

The median home value in Damascus CDP is $637,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x.

How educated is Damascus CDP, Oregon?

31.0% of adults (25+) in Damascus CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.