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Foots Creek, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Foots Creek, Oregon had a total population of 1,110, the 221st largest community in Oregon, with a median household income of $73,786, which is 11% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.5%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Foots Creek Quick Facts

Population 1,110
Median Household Income $73,786
Median Home Value $474,200
Poverty Rate 8.5%
Unemployment Rate 6.2%
Median Age 63.0 years
Homeownership Rate 86.4%
Affordability Ratio 6.4x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 18.3%
High School Graduation Rate 95.4%
Diversity Index 9/100
Population 1,110 221st of 420
Median Income $73,786 average
Poverty Rate 8.5% 32% lower than national
Median Home Value $474,200 top 30%

How Foots Creek Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population1,0951,110+1.4%
Median household income$71,755$73,786+2.8%
Median home value$441,100$474,200+7.5%

How Foots Creek Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.2%
$25K-$50K 19.7%
$50K-$100K 45.3%
$100K+ 24.8%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
3.3%
$10K-$15K
0.0%
$15K-$20K
5.7%
$20K-$25K
1.2%
$25K-$30K
0.0%
$30K-$35K
10.4%
$35K-$40K
9.3%
$40K-$45K
0.0%
$45K-$50K
0.0%
$50K-$60K
6.5%
$60K-$75K
23.8%
$75K-$100K
15.0%
$100K-$125K
4.9%
$125K-$150K
4.7%
$150K-$200K
12.0%
$200K+
3.3%

Employment

6.2% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4%|National: 5.2%
36.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 86.4%
Renter 13.6%
Affordability Index Expensive
6.4x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

9out of 100
Very Low Diversity

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

State average: 46 | National average: 61

Education

Foots Creek Rankings in Oregon

#221 Population of 420
#181 Median Income of 379
#253 Education of 420
#97 Home Value of 381

Other Cities in Jackson County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Medford 86,315 $73,230 13.2% $417,100
Ashland 21,259 $68,028 15.2% $583,800
Central Point 19,216 $86,058 6.7% $389,100
White City 10,750 $71,175 14.3% $302,400
Eagle Point 9,839 $84,126 10.0% $408,700
Talent 6,254 $62,543 11.7% $405,300
Phoenix 4,390 $66,508 11.5% $415,300
Shady Cove 3,076 $57,000 12.5% $367,900
Jacksonville 2,991 $90,341 9.2% $649,200
Rogue River 2,238 $54,537 12.6% $310,200

Cities Similar to Foots Creek

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Monroe1,102$78,646$348,70027.4%4.8%
Bayside Gardens1,128$77,727$387,80024.9%14.9%
Donald1,133$80,729$351,50013.6%7.6%
Island City1,145$66,563$295,10030.4%14.0%
Metolius1,137$65,000$251,60014.8%18.4%

Population Overview

Foots Creek is a small community located in Oregon, within Jackson County. The total population is 1,110. It ranks as the 221st most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in Foots Creek is 63.0 years. This is 56% higher than the state median of 40.4 years. Only 11.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 10.5% 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 Foots Creek is $73,786. This is 11% lower than the state median of $83,011. It is also 9% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.5%. This is 29% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 6.2%. This is 15% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $474,200. Housing costs are about the same as the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.4x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 86.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 36% higher than the state average of 63.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Foots Creek has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.2%) is well below the state average of 14.7%.

Education

18.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 50% 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 95.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Foots Creek, 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 Foots Creek, Oregon?

Foots Creek, Oregon has a population of 1,110 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Foots Creek, OR?

The median household income in Foots Creek is $73,786, which is 9% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Foots Creek, OR?

The poverty rate in Foots Creek is 8.5%. This means approximately 94 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Foots Creek, Oregon?

Foots Creek's population is 95.3% White, 0.0% Black, 3.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Foots Creek, OR?

The median home value in Foots Creek is $474,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.4x.

How educated is Foots Creek, Oregon?

18.3% of adults (25+) in Foots Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.