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Gresham, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

4th Largest4th most populous city in Oregon

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Gresham, Oregon had a total population of 112,378, the 4th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $77,795, which is 6% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.0%.

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

Key Takeaways

Gresham Quick Facts

Population 112,378
Median Household Income $77,795
Median Home Value $458,700
Poverty Rate 13.0%
Unemployment Rate 5.6%
Median Age 37.0 years
Homeownership Rate 55.8%
Affordability Ratio 5.9x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 23.3%
High School Graduation Rate 87.7%
Diversity Index 58/100
Population 112,378 4th of 420
Median Income $77,795 average
Poverty Rate 13.0% 5% higher than national
Median Home Value $458,700 top 30%

How Gresham 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
Population112,818112,378-0.4%
Median household income$73,608$77,795+5.7%
Median home value$440,000$458,700+4.3%

How Gresham Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.7%
$25K-$50K 17.4%
$50K-$100K 31.1%
$100K+ 36.9%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.8%
$10K-$15K
2.9%
$15K-$20K
3.7%
$20K-$25K
3.2%
$25K-$30K
3.0%
$30K-$35K
2.5%
$35K-$40K
2.9%
$40K-$45K
4.4%
$45K-$50K
4.6%
$50K-$60K
7.7%
$60K-$75K
8.9%
$75K-$100K
14.5%
$100K-$125K
10.2%
$125K-$150K
8.3%
$150K-$200K
9.5%
$200K+
8.9%

Employment

5.6% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4%|National: 5.2%
65.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 55.8%
Renter 44.2%
Affordability Index Expensive
5.9x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,586/mo 24.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

58out of 100
High Diversity

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

State average: 46 | National average: 61

Education

Gresham Rankings in Oregon

#4 Population of 420
#169 Median Income of 379
#188 Education of 420
#110 Home Value of 381

Other Cities in Multnomah County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Portland 641,165 $90,919 12.8% $581,500
Lake Oswego 40,381 $141,549 3.4% $932,200
Milwaukie 21,392 $86,892 7.9% $505,100
Cedar Mill 19,471 $164,079 8.2% $878,300
Troutdale 15,923 $89,337 7.4% $456,100
Fairview 10,735 $70,107 17.5% $427,700
West Haven-Sylvan 7,674 $110,200 10.4% $782,400
Wood Village 4,696 $85,413 16.6% $311,500
Dunthorpe 1,875 $250,000+ 1.2% $1,459,300
Maywood Park 987 $141,458 4.5% $582,900

Cities Similar to Gresham

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Bend103,390$96,394$718,40052.9%8.8%
Hillsboro108,231$106,409$521,10042.3%8.5%
Beaverton97,812$98,622$569,80050.1%10.1%
Medford86,315$73,230$417,10030.1%13.2%
Salem178,865$75,487$416,90031.5%14.4%

Population Overview

Gresham is a major urban center located in Oregon, within Multnomah County. The total population is 112,378. It ranks as the 4th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in Gresham is 37.0 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 40.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Gresham is $77,795. This is 6% lower than the state median of $83,011. It is also 4% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.0%. This is 9% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 5.6%. This is 4% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $458,700. Housing costs are 4% lower than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.9x. 55.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% lower than the state average of 63.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Gresham is White (non-Hispanic), making up 60.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 21.1%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (4.5% vs 1.8%).

Education

23.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% 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 87.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Gresham, 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 Gresham, Oregon?

Gresham, Oregon has a population of 112,378 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Gresham, OR?

The median household income in Gresham is $77,795, which is 4% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Gresham, OR?

The poverty rate in Gresham is 13.0%. This means approximately 14,530 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Gresham, Oregon?

Gresham's population is 60.5% White, 4.5% Black, 21.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 5.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in Gresham, OR?

The median home value in Gresham is $458,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.9x.

How educated is Gresham, Oregon?

23.3% of adults (25+) in Gresham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.