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McMinnville, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, McMinnville, Oregon had a total population of 34,596, the 19th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $73,736, which is 11% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.0%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

McMinnville Quick Facts

Population 34,596
Median Household Income $73,736
Median Home Value $432,800
Poverty Rate 16.0%
Unemployment Rate 5.5%
Median Age 38.9 years
Homeownership Rate 62.8%
Affordability Ratio 5.9x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 25.8%
High School Graduation Rate 87.3%
Diversity Index 45/100
Population 34,596 19th of 420
Median Income $73,736 average
Poverty Rate 16.0% 29% higher than national
Median Home Value $432,800 above average

How McMinnville Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population34,49334,596+0.3%
Median household income$70,060$73,736+5.2%
Median home value$391,100$432,800+10.7%

How McMinnville Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 17.9%
$25K-$50K 16.6%
$50K-$100K 28.4%
$100K+ 37.1%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
6.6%
$10K-$15K
4.3%
$15K-$20K
4.4%
$20K-$25K
2.6%
$25K-$30K
3.4%
$30K-$35K
1.6%
$35K-$40K
5.5%
$40K-$45K
3.1%
$45K-$50K
2.9%
$50K-$60K
6.8%
$60K-$75K
9.4%
$75K-$100K
12.2%
$100K-$125K
11.6%
$125K-$150K
8.3%
$150K-$200K
10.0%
$200K+
7.3%

Employment

5.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4%|National: 5.2%
56.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 62.8%
Renter 37.2%
Affordability Index Expensive
5.9x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,380/mo 22.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

45out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 46 | National average: 61

Education

McMinnville Rankings in Oregon

#19 Population of 420
#184 Median Income of 379
#166 Education of 420
#135 Home Value of 381

Other Cities in Yamhill County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Newberg 26,066 $93,232 7.1% $472,100
Sheridan 6,339 $70,785 11.9% $328,800
Lafayette 4,490 $97,771 5.5% $417,100
Dundee 3,213 $106,681 3.3% $493,100
Carlton 2,759 $98,393 5.9% $420,600
Dayton 2,675 $91,184 13.7% $410,800
Willamina 2,193 $58,906 6.8% $317,600
Amity 2,089 $87,396 16.7% $377,700
Grand Ronde 1,549 $52,669 24.8% $318,500
Yamhill 1,273 $113,750 8.4% $474,700

Cities Similar to McMinnville

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Redmond36,092$84,164$462,50030.3%9.6%
Keizer39,082$84,813$434,10026.9%8.1%
Oregon City37,755$97,829$555,80033.4%6.8%
Grants Pass39,311$59,646$382,60019.3%14.4%
Woodburn27,875$67,347$331,80015.1%16.3%

Population Overview

McMinnville is a mid-sized community located in Oregon, within Yamhill County. The total population is 34,596. It ranks as the 19th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in McMinnville is 38.9 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 40.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in McMinnville is $73,736. This is 11% lower than the state median of $83,011. It is also 9% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.0%. This is 34% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. This is 3% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $432,800. Housing costs are 9% lower than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.9x. 62.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in McMinnville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 71.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 20.0%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 1.8%. The Asian population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.

Education

25.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% 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 87.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for McMinnville, 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 McMinnville, Oregon?

McMinnville, Oregon has a population of 34,596 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in McMinnville, OR?

The median household income in McMinnville is $73,736, which is 9% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in McMinnville, OR?

The poverty rate in McMinnville is 16.0%. This means approximately 5,248 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of McMinnville, Oregon?

McMinnville's population is 71.3% White, 0.5% Black, 20.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in McMinnville, OR?

The median home value in McMinnville is $432,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.9x.

How educated is McMinnville, Oregon?

25.8% of adults (25+) in McMinnville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.