Halfway city, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Halfway city, Oregon Demographics
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As of 2026, Halfway city, Oregon has a total population of 379, the 311th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $38,203, which is 52% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.7%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 52% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Unemployment rate of 9.2% is notably above the national average.

Halfway city Quick Facts

Population 379

Median Household Income $38,203

Median Home Value $233,300

Poverty Rate 13.7%

Unemployment Rate 9.2%

Median Age 45.9 years

Homeownership Rate 57.1%

Affordability Ratio 6.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 10.5%

High School Graduation Rate 92.7%

Diversity Index 12/100

Population 379 311th of 419

Median Income $38,203 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 13.7% 10% higher national

Median Home Value $233,300 bottom 30%

How Halfway city Compares

Median Household Income

Halfway city

$38,203

$80,426

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Halfway city

$233,300

$454,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 16.5%

$25K-$50K 54.9%

$50K-$100K 17.3%

$100K+ 11.3%

Employment

9.2% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4% | National: 5.2%

43.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 57.1%

Renter 42.9%

Affordability Index Expensive

6.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

25.6%

18-34

8.4%

35-54

24.8%

55-74

29.3%

75+

11.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

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

State average: 45 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Halfway city Rankings in Oregon

#311 Population of 419

#354 Median Income of 419

#348 Education of 419

#300 Home Value of 419

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Cities Similar to Halfway city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Mehama CDP	403	N/A	$320,800	7.1%	16.4%
Hebo CDP	353	N/A	$253,100	0.0%	71.1%
Trent CDP	413	N/A	$567,900	32.0%	36.5%
Rocky Point CDP	326	N/A	$218,500	28.2%	23.6%
Dillard CDP	436	$36,936	N/A	0.0%	72.3%

Population Overview

Halfway city is a small community located in Oregon. The total population is 379. It ranks as the 311th most populous out of 419 cities and towns in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in Halfway city is 45.9 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 40.1 years. 11.9% 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 Halfway city is $38,203. This is 52% lower than the state median of $80,426. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 51% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.7%. This is 15% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 9.2%. This is 72% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $233,300. Housing costs are 49% lower than the state median of $454,200. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.1x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 57.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% lower than the state average of 63.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Halfway city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.4%) is well below the state average of 14.3%. The Asian population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.

Education

10.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 71% lower 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 92.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Halfway 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 Halfway city, Oregon?

Halfway city, Oregon has a population of 379 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Halfway city is $38,203, which is 51% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Halfway city, OR?

The poverty rate in Halfway city is 13.7%. This means approximately 52 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Halfway city, Oregon?

Halfway city's population is 93.7% White, 0.0% Black, 3.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.8% Asian.

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

The median home value in Halfway city is $233,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.1x.

How educated is Halfway city, Oregon?

10.5% of adults (25+) in Halfway city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.