Government Camp, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Government Camp, Oregon had a total population of 147, the 380th largest community in Oregon. The poverty rate is 22.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 7.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Government Camp Quick Facts
How Government Camp 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 | 64 | 147 | +129.7% |
How Government Camp 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+)
Government Camp 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 Government Camp
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bly | 150 | $23,214 | N/A | 0.0% | 22.0% |
| Elkton | 150 | $37,361 | $283,300 | 34.8% | 22.7% |
| Cloverdale | 143 | $101,625 | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Crescent Lake | 154 | N/A | $708,300 | 25.3% | 6.5% |
| Marion | 154 | $63,859 | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 147, Government Camp'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
Government Camp is a small community located in Oregon, within Clackamas County. The total population is 147. It ranks as the 380th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Government Camp is 38.9 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 22.4%. This is 88% 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 3.2%. This is 41% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. 17.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 72% lower than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Government Camp is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 18.4%. The Asian population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.
Education
7.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 79% 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 97.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Government Camp, 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 Government Camp, Oregon?
Government Camp, Oregon has a population of 147 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Government Camp, OR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Government Camp — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Government Camp, OR?
The poverty rate in Government Camp is 22.4%. This means approximately 33 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Government Camp, Oregon?
Government Camp's population is 79.6% White, 0.0% Black, 18.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Government Camp, OR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Government Camp — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Government Camp, Oregon?
7.6% of adults (25+) in Government Camp hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.