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Harbor, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

Oldest CityAmong the oldest communities in Oregon with a median age of 68.2 years

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Harbor, Oregon had a total population of 2,437, the 150th largest community in Oregon, with a median household income of $55,109, which is 34% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.8%.

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

Key Takeaways

Harbor Quick Facts

Population 2,437
Median Household Income $55,109
Median Home Value $316,600
Poverty Rate 10.8%
Unemployment Rate 3.5%
Median Age 68.2 years
Homeownership Rate 66.7%
Affordability Ratio 5.7x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 23.6%
High School Graduation Rate 92.3%
Diversity Index 17/100
Population 2,437 150th of 420
Median Income $55,109 bottom 30%
Poverty Rate 10.8% 13% lower than national
Median Home Value $316,600 below average

How Harbor 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
Population2,1542,437+13.1%
Median household income$57,778$55,109-4.6%
Median home value$316,600$316,600+0.0%

How Harbor Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.5%
$25K-$50K 26.9%
$50K-$100K 23.3%
$100K+ 29.3%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
0.9%
$10K-$15K
4.0%
$15K-$20K
12.3%
$20K-$25K
3.5%
$25K-$30K
3.8%
$30K-$35K
7.2%
$35K-$40K
2.3%
$40K-$45K
13.0%
$45K-$50K
0.6%
$50K-$60K
7.4%
$60K-$75K
4.8%
$75K-$100K
11.1%
$100K-$125K
19.4%
$125K-$150K
1.7%
$150K-$200K
4.2%
$200K+
4.0%

Employment

3.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4%|National: 5.2%
32.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 66.7%
Renter 33.3%
Affordability Index Expensive
5.7x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,190/mo 25.9% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

17out 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

Harbor Rankings in Oregon

#150 Population of 420
#299 Median Income of 379
#186 Education of 420
#244 Home Value of 381

Other Cities in Curry County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Brookings 6,703 $74,933 16.9% $446,700
Gold Beach 2,466 $56,014 12.2% $372,400
Port Orford 986 $37,212 24.1% $345,000
Nesika Beach 465 $91,431 3.2% $308,800
Langlois 286 $44,750 30.1% $264,100
Wedderburn 206 $52,941 9.4% $725,000

Cities Similar to Harbor

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Gold Beach2,466$56,014$372,40020.8%12.2%
Warm Springs2,480$54,600$223,80016.8%26.8%
La Pine2,547$58,365$363,80018.3%19.3%
Vale2,348$50,313$173,30013.9%16.4%
Rogue River2,238$54,537$310,20021.1%12.6%

Population Overview

Harbor is a small community located in Oregon, within Curry County. The total population is 2,437. It ranks as the 150th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in Harbor is 68.2 years. This is 69% higher than the state median of 40.4 years. Only 2.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 25.4% 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 Harbor is $55,109. This is 34% lower than the state median of $83,011. It is also 32% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.8%. This is 10% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $316,600. Housing costs are 34% lower than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.7x. 66.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 63.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Harbor has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.0%) is well below the state average of 14.7%. The Asian population (0.0%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.

Education

23.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% 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 92.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Harbor, 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 Harbor, Oregon?

Harbor, Oregon has a population of 2,437 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Harbor, OR?

The median household income in Harbor is $55,109, which is 32% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Harbor, OR?

The poverty rate in Harbor is 10.8%. This means approximately 262 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Harbor, Oregon?

Harbor's population is 91.1% White, 0.0% Black, 4.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Harbor, OR?

The median home value in Harbor is $316,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.7x.

How educated is Harbor, Oregon?

23.6% of adults (25+) in Harbor hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.