Durham city, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Durham city, Oregon Demographics
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As of 2026, Durham city, Oregon has a total population of 1,909, the 172nd largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $90,341, which is 12% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.8%.

Key Takeaways

Housing affordability is a challenge — homes cost 7.6x the median household income.

Durham city Quick Facts

Population 1,909

Median Household Income $90,341

Median Home Value $688,200

Poverty Rate 8.8%

Unemployment Rate 2.9%

Median Age 41.9 years

Homeownership Rate 39.5%

Affordability Ratio 7.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 48.1%

High School Graduation Rate 91.1%

Diversity Index 58/100

Population 1,909 172nd of 419

Median Income $90,341 top 30%

Poverty Rate 8.8% 29% lower national

Median Home Value $688,200 top 10%

How Durham city Compares

Median Household Income

Durham city

$90,341

$80,426

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Durham city

$688,200

$454,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 12.0%

$25K-$50K 20.7%

$50K-$100K 21.1%

$100K+ 46.2%

Employment

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

65.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 39.5%

Renter 60.5%

Affordability Index Very Expensive

7.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.2%

18-34

21.3%

35-54

24.8%

55-74

27.3%

75+

6.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 45 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Durham city Rankings in Oregon

#172 Population of 419

#86 Median Income of 419

#48 Education of 419

#24 Home Value of 419

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Cities Similar to Durham city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Amity city	1,972	$93,438	$357,300	13.2%	14.7%
Gearhart city	1,959	$85,966	$522,100	41.5%	7.5%
Brownsville city	1,949	$82,750	$361,300	31.9%	5.9%
Columbia City city	1,806	$100,912	$441,700	20.8%	8.9%
Bay City city	2,022	$80,329	$337,500	26.6%	8.7%

Population Overview

Durham city is a small community located in Oregon. The total population is 1,909. It ranks as the 172nd most populous out of 419 cities and towns in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in Durham city is 41.9 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Durham city is $90,341. This is 12% higher than the state median of $80,426. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 15% higher. The poverty rate stands at 8.8%. This is 26% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 46% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $688,200. Housing costs are 52% higher than the state median of $454,200. The home-value-to-income ratio of 7.6x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 39.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% lower than the state average of 63.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Durham city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 59.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 22.6%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (7.0% vs 1.8%). The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (22.6% vs 14.3%).

Education

48.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 33% higher 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 91.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Durham city, 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 Durham city, Oregon?

Durham city, Oregon has a population of 1,909 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Durham city, OR?

The median household income in Durham city is $90,341, which is 15% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Durham city, OR?

The poverty rate in Durham city is 8.8%. This means approximately 168 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Durham city, Oregon?

Durham city's population is 59.2% White, 7.0% Black, 22.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.7% Asian.

What is the median home value in Durham city, OR?

The median home value in Durham city is $688,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 7.6x.

How educated is Durham city, Oregon?

48.1% of adults (25+) in Durham city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.