Estacada, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Estacada, Oregon had a total population of 5,152, the 104th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $94,435, which is 14% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 23.8%.
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 1.5%.
Estacada Quick Facts
How Estacada 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 | 4,878 | 5,152 | +5.6% |
| Median household income | $82,909 | $94,435 | +13.9% |
| Median home value | $459,800 | $509,800 | +10.9% |
How Estacada 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+)
Estacada Rankings in Oregon
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Other Cities in Clackamas County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon City | 37,755 | $97,829 | 6.8% | $555,800 |
| West Linn | 26,935 | $146,507 | 5.5% | $770,200 |
| Happy Valley | 26,738 | $122,151 | 7.7% | $725,300 |
| Canby | 18,134 | $100,989 | 8.0% | $528,500 |
| Oak Grove | 16,796 | $86,226 | 8.4% | $515,700 |
| Oatfield | 13,294 | $103,224 | 9.8% | $569,000 |
| Sandy | 12,854 | $108,984 | 7.8% | $470,300 |
| Gladstone | 11,977 | $91,250 | 13.6% | $480,700 |
| Damascus | 11,437 | $122,500 | 3.2% | $653,100 |
| Molalla | 10,186 | $89,318 | 4.3% | $447,100 |
Cities Similar to Estacada
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crooked River Ranch | 5,160 | $85,561 | $462,300 | 23.6% | 9.4% |
| Mount Hood Villages | 4,703 | $91,817 | $455,500 | 32.8% | 5.5% |
| Creswell | 5,621 | $100,385 | $435,500 | 24.2% | 4.3% |
| Deschutes River Woods | 5,797 | $91,960 | $559,500 | 29.0% | 7.1% |
| Wood Village | 4,696 | $85,413 | $311,500 | 17.1% | 16.6% |
Population Overview
Estacada is a small city located in Oregon, within Clackamas County. The total population is 5,152. It ranks as the 104th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Estacada is 36.8 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Estacada is $94,435. This is 14% higher than the state median of $83,011. It is also 17% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 23.8%. This is 99% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 1.5%. This is 72% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $509,800. Housing costs are 7% higher than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.4x. 80.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% higher than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Estacada is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (6.8%) is well below the state average of 14.7%. The Asian population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.
Education
12.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 67% 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 94.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Estacada, 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 Estacada, Oregon?
Estacada, Oregon has a population of 5,152 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Estacada, OR?
The median household income in Estacada is $94,435, which is 17% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Estacada, OR?
The poverty rate in Estacada is 23.8%. This means approximately 1,217 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Estacada, Oregon?
Estacada's population is 83.5% White, 0.0% Black, 6.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Estacada, OR?
The median home value in Estacada is $509,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.4x.
How educated is Estacada, Oregon?
12.1% of adults (25+) in Estacada hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.