McKay, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, McKay, Oregon had a total population of 74, the 404th largest community in Oregon, with a median household income of $120,795, which is 46% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 46% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Oregon.
McKay Quick Facts
How McKay 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 | 87 | 74 | -14.9% |
| Median household income | $205,550 | $120,795 | -41.2% |
| Median home value | $476,000 | $531,300 | +11.6% |
How McKay 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+)
McKay Rankings in Oregon
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Other Cities in Umatilla County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hermiston | 19,546 | $66,998 | 10.1% | $266,700 |
| Pendleton | 16,950 | $66,563 | 15.0% | $287,100 |
| Umatilla | 7,508 | $68,826 | 17.4% | $238,500 |
| Milton-Freewater | 7,036 | $52,183 | 12.6% | $240,000 |
| Stanfield | 1,902 | $60,074 | 8.0% | $207,600 |
| Athena | 1,377 | $71,898 | 9.0% | $239,200 |
| Pilot Rock | 1,283 | $89,091 | 10.1% | $199,700 |
| Umapine | 1,215 | $55,927 | 1.2% | $459,000 |
| Mission | 878 | $34,583 | 36.7% | $215,600 |
| Green Meadows | 584 | $121,750 | 2.7% | $311,900 |
Cities Similar to McKay
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% |
| Sportsmans Park | 67 | N/A | $171,700 | 12.8% | 9.0% |
| Spray | 89 | N/A | $269,400 | 7.0% | 21.1% |
| Plush | 59 | N/A | N/A | 10.0% | 10.2% |
| Beaver Marsh | 96 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 61.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 74, McKay'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
McKay is a small community located in Oregon, within Umatilla County. The total population is 74. It ranks as the 404th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in McKay is 48.7 years. This is 21% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in McKay is $120,795. This is 46% higher than the state median of $83,011. It is also 50% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.2%. This is 36% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in McKay, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $531,300. Housing costs are 11% higher than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x. 96.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 53% higher than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
McKay has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.2% of all residents.
Education
34.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 6% lower than the state rate of 36.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for McKay, 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 McKay, Oregon?
McKay, Oregon has a population of 74 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in McKay, OR?
The median household income in McKay is $120,795, which is 50% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in McKay, OR?
The poverty rate in McKay is 16.2%. This means approximately 12 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of McKay, Oregon?
McKay's population is 93.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in McKay, OR?
The median home value in McKay is $531,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x.
How educated is McKay, Oregon?
34.4% of adults (25+) in McKay hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.