Independence city, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Independence city, Oregon Demographics
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As of 2026, Independence city, Oregon has a total population of 10,088, the 68th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $79,158, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.8%.

Independence city Quick Facts

Population 10,088

Median Household Income $79,158

Median Home Value $345,200

Poverty Rate 11.8%

Unemployment Rate 3.2%

Median Age 29.2 years

Homeownership Rate 60.3%

Affordability Ratio 4.4x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 23.3%

High School Graduation Rate 90.6%

Diversity Index 56/100

Population 10,088 68th of 419

Median Income $79,158 above average

Poverty Rate 11.8% 5% lower national

Median Home Value $345,200 average

How Independence city Compares

Median Household Income

Independence city

$79,158

$80,426

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Independence city

$345,200

$454,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.3%

$25K-$50K 18.5%

$50K-$100K 30.7%

$100K+ 37.5%

Employment

3.2% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4% | National: 5.2%

70.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 60.3%

Renter 39.7%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.4x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

25.8%

18-34

32.2%

35-54

23.8%

55-74

13.8%

75+

4.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

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

State average: 45 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Independence city Rankings in Oregon

#68 Population of 419

#145 Median Income of 419

#195 Education of 419

#189 Home Value of 419

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Cities Similar to Independence city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Molalla city	10,168	$83,996	$416,900	18.0%	7.1%
North Bend city	10,231	$72,483	$306,600	29.2%	15.5%
Silverton city	10,445	$74,286	$461,800	30.9%	13.3%
Astoria city	10,162	$70,043	$422,400	29.5%	14.2%
Santa Clara CDP	10,623	$82,530	$381,700	27.3%	10.1%

Population Overview

Independence city is a small city located in Oregon. The total population is 10,088. It ranks as the 68th most populous out of 419 cities and towns in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in Independence city is 29.2 years. This is 27% lower than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Independence city is $79,158. This is 2% lower than the state median of $80,426. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is about average. The poverty rate stands at 11.8%. This is 1% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 3.2%. This is 40% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $345,200. Housing costs are 24% lower than the state median of $454,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x. 60.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% lower than the state average of 63.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Independence city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 54.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 37.3%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 1.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (37.3% vs 14.3%). The Asian population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.

Education

23.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% 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 90.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Independence 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 Independence city, Oregon?

Independence city, Oregon has a population of 10,088 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Independence city is $79,158, which is about average the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Independence city, OR?

The poverty rate in Independence city is 11.8%. This means approximately 1,187 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Independence city, Oregon?

Independence city's population is 54.5% White, 0.5% Black, 37.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.

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

The median home value in Independence city is $345,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

How educated is Independence city, Oregon?

23.3% of adults (25+) in Independence city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.