Lexington, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lexington, Oregon had a total population of 83, the 402nd largest town in Oregon, with a median household income of $40,568, which is 51% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 51% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Lexington Quick Facts
How Lexington 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 | 138 | 83 | -39.9% |
| Median household income | $40,625 | $40,568 | -0.1% |
| Median home value | $202,100 | $231,800 | +14.7% |
How Lexington 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 46 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Lexington Rankings in Oregon
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Other Cities in Morrow County
Cities Similar to Lexington
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shedd | 78 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Spray | 89 | N/A | $269,400 | 7.0% | 21.1% |
| Beaver Marsh | 96 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 61.5% |
| Beatty | 97 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Sportsmans Park | 67 | N/A | $171,700 | 12.8% | 9.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 83, Lexington's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Lexington is a small community located in Oregon, within Morrow County. The total population is 83. It ranks as the 402nd most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lexington is 54.1 years. This is 34% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lexington is $40,568. This is 51% lower than the state median of $83,011. It is also 50% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.2%. This is 39% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 5.4%. The median home value is $231,800. Housing costs are 51% lower than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.7x. 93.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 47% higher than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Lexington is White (non-Hispanic), making up 71.1% of the population.
Education
10.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 73% 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 84.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lexington, 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 Lexington, Oregon?
Lexington, Oregon has a population of 83 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lexington, OR?
The median household income in Lexington is $40,568, which is 50% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lexington, OR?
The poverty rate in Lexington is 7.2%. This means approximately 6 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lexington, Oregon?
Lexington's population is 71.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lexington, OR?
The median home value in Lexington is $231,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.7x.
How educated is Lexington, Oregon?
10.0% of adults (25+) in Lexington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.