Deer Island, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Deer Island, Oregon had a total population of 199, the 363rd largest community in Oregon. The poverty rate is 9.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 6.4% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 25.4% is notably above the national average.
Deer Island Quick Facts
How Deer Island 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 | 191 | 199 | +4.2% |
How Deer Island 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+)
Deer Island Rankings in Oregon
Explore Oregon Rankings
Other Cities in Columbia County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Helens | 14,258 | $82,865 | 10.0% | $394,200 |
| Scappoose | 8,179 | $97,708 | 7.2% | $455,700 |
| Vernonia | 2,786 | $83,411 | 10.0% | $351,900 |
| Clatskanie | 2,364 | $90,709 | 11.1% | $363,900 |
| Rainier | 2,130 | $66,989 | 18.3% | $344,700 |
| Columbia City | 2,006 | $96,750 | 9.4% | $460,000 |
| Warren | 1,637 | $126,838 | 1.2% | $523,400 |
| Prescott | 34 | $105,000 | 8.8% | $316,700 |
Cities Similar to Deer Island
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gardiner | 199 | N/A | N/A | 51.7% | 0.0% |
| Dilley | 200 | $250,000+ | $753,600 | 31.3% | 0.0% |
| Long Creek | 200 | $42,614 | $100,000 | 18.3% | 33.5% |
| Alsea | 201 | $39,722 | $123,400 | 0.0% | 3.0% |
| Idanha | 201 | $40,208 | $263,100 | 0.6% | 29.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 199, Deer Island'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
Deer Island is a small community located in Oregon, within Columbia County. The total population is 199. It ranks as the 363rd most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Deer Island is 41.1 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 40.4 years. With 32.7% of the population under 18, Deer Island has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 9.0%. This is 24% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 25.4%. This is 374% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. 82.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Deer Island 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
6.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 83% 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 Deer Island, 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.
Free data download: Get all Oregon city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Deer Island, Oregon?
Deer Island, Oregon has a population of 199 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Deer Island, OR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Deer Island — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Deer Island, OR?
The poverty rate in Deer Island is 9.0%. This means approximately 18 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Deer Island, Oregon?
Deer Island's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Deer Island, OR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Deer Island — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Deer Island, Oregon?
6.4% of adults (25+) in Deer Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.