Heppner city, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Heppner city, Oregon Demographics
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As of 2026, Heppner city, Oregon has a total population of 1,420, the 200th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $49,564, which is 38% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.9%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 38% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.9%.

Heppner city Quick Facts

Population 1,420

Median Household Income $49,564

Median Home Value $194,600

Poverty Rate 19.9%

Unemployment Rate 1.9%

Median Age 37.6 years

Homeownership Rate 55.1%

Affordability Ratio 3.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 13.1%

High School Graduation Rate 93.4%

Diversity Index 25/100

Population 1,420 200th of 419

Median Income $49,564 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 19.9% 60% higher national

Median Home Value $194,600 bottom 20%

How Heppner city Compares

Median Household Income

Heppner city

$49,564

$80,426

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Heppner city

$194,600

$454,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 21.8%

$25K-$50K 30.3%

$50K-$100K 16.8%

$100K+ 31.1%

Employment

1.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4% | National: 5.2%

55.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 55.1%

Renter 44.9%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

30.3%

18-34

18.3%

35-54

20.8%

55-74

21.8%

75+

8.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

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+)

Heppner city Rankings in Oregon

#200 Population of 419

#314 Median Income of 419

#304 Education of 419

#333 Home Value of 419

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Cities Similar to Heppner city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Grand Ronde CDP	1,443	$40,375	$309,100	3.6%	32.7%
Gold Hill city	1,264	$47,500	$299,000	11.8%	19.3%
Elgin city	1,592	$53,750	$180,900	9.3%	9.7%
Rockaway Beach city	1,577	$55,188	$341,100	23.1%	7.4%
Falls City city	1,222	$51,094	$275,400	14.7%	19.8%

Population Overview

Heppner city is a small community located in Oregon. The total population is 1,420. It ranks as the 200th most populous out of 419 cities and towns in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in Heppner city is 37.6 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 40.1 years. With 30.3% of the population under 18, Heppner city has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Heppner city is $49,564. This is 38% lower than the state median of $80,426. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 37% lower. The poverty rate stands at 19.9%. This is 67% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 1.9%. This is 64% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $194,600. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $454,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 55.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% lower than the state average of 63.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Heppner city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.7%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 1.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.7%) is well below the state average of 14.3%.

Education

13.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 64% 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 93.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Heppner 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 Heppner city, Oregon?

Heppner city, Oregon has a population of 1,420 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Heppner city is $49,564, which is 37% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Heppner city, OR?

The poverty rate in Heppner city is 19.9%. This means approximately 276 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Heppner city, Oregon?

Heppner city's population is 85.2% White, 0.6% Black, 4.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Heppner city is $194,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

How educated is Heppner city, Oregon?

13.1% of adults (25+) in Heppner city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.