Lakeside, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lakeside, Oregon had a total population of 1,870, the 175th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $65,375, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.6%.
Lakeside Quick Facts
How Lakeside Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,839 | 1,870 | +1.7% |
| Median household income | $57,829 | $65,375 | +13.0% |
| Median home value | $274,000 | $304,900 | +11.3% |
How Lakeside Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 46 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Lakeside Rankings in Oregon
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Other Cities in Coos County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coos Bay | 15,925 | $56,524 | 15.3% | $306,900 |
| North Bend | 10,171 | $81,320 | 14.0% | $352,300 |
| Coquille | 4,002 | $58,490 | 19.8% | $304,500 |
| Bandon | 3,330 | $48,187 | 26.3% | $503,200 |
| Myrtle Point | 2,684 | $47,656 | 20.2% | $252,900 |
| Barview | 1,684 | $78,510 | 4.5% | $246,600 |
| Bunker Hill | 1,626 | $60,058 | 24.3% | $227,600 |
| Saunders Lake | 1,338 | $63,914 | 18.1% | $339,700 |
| Glasgow | 697 | $91,047 | 10.9% | $433,800 |
| Powers | 613 | $48,625 | 23.3% | $159,900 |
Cities Similar to Lakeside
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mill City | 1,920 | $69,091 | $297,600 | 11.0% | 17.5% |
| Stanfield | 1,902 | $60,074 | $207,600 | 8.2% | 8.0% |
| Glide | 1,823 | $73,727 | $355,100 | 22.6% | 5.2% |
| Bay City | 1,875 | $82,589 | $393,600 | 26.5% | 8.5% |
| Brownsville | 1,912 | $83,098 | $373,000 | 27.6% | 10.0% |
Population Overview
Lakeside is a small community located in Oregon, within Coos County. The total population is 1,870. It ranks as the 175th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lakeside is 63.0 years. This is 56% higher than the state median of 40.4 years. Only 11.4% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 20.7% 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 Lakeside is $65,375. This is 21% lower than the state median of $83,011. It is also 19% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.1%. This is 18% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 0.6%. This is 88% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $304,900. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.7x. 82.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lakeside has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.2%) is well below the state average of 14.7%.
Education
15.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 58% 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 95.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lakeside, 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 Lakeside, Oregon?
Lakeside, Oregon has a population of 1,870 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lakeside, OR?
The median household income in Lakeside is $65,375, which is 19% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lakeside, OR?
The poverty rate in Lakeside is 14.1%. This means approximately 263 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lakeside, Oregon?
Lakeside's population is 87.4% White, 0.0% Black, 4.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lakeside, OR?
The median home value in Lakeside is $304,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.7x.
How educated is Lakeside, Oregon?
15.5% of adults (25+) in Lakeside hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.