Mehama, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mehama, Oregon had a total population of 425, the 302nd largest community in Oregon. The poverty rate is 23.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 9.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Mehama Quick Facts
How Mehama 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 | 403 | 425 | +5.5% |
| Median home value | $320,800 | $366,700 | +14.3% |
How Mehama 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+)
Mehama Rankings in Oregon
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Other Cities in Marion County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salem | 178,865 | $75,487 | 14.4% | $416,900 |
| Keizer | 39,082 | $84,813 | 8.1% | $434,100 |
| Woodburn | 27,875 | $67,347 | 16.3% | $331,800 |
| Hayesville | 21,246 | $58,624 | 23.7% | $365,400 |
| Four Corners | 16,275 | $69,669 | 13.9% | $340,200 |
| Silverton | 10,456 | $79,960 | 10.7% | $484,800 |
| Stayton | 8,292 | $78,268 | 10.5% | $409,700 |
| Aumsville | 4,230 | $90,987 | 13.5% | $296,400 |
| Hubbard | 3,406 | $101,771 | 3.5% | $436,800 |
| Mount Angel | 3,393 | $62,232 | 14.0% | $430,600 |
Cities Similar to Mehama
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon Shores | 428 | $69,688 | N/A | 48.1% | 0.0% |
| Wimer | 421 | $43,558 | $329,100 | 7.5% | 3.3% |
| Oceanside | 430 | N/A | $647,800 | 56.0% | 7.0% |
| Weston | 443 | $45,000 | $135,900 | 6.9% | 16.5% |
| Marcola | 407 | $97,778 | $338,800 | 17.6% | 11.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 425, Mehama'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
Mehama is a small community located in Oregon, within Marion County. The total population is 425. It ranks as the 302nd most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mehama is 40.0 years. This is about the same as the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 23.8%. This is 99% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 32% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $366,700. Housing costs are 23% lower than the state median of $477,600. 68.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Mehama is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 14.7%.
Education
9.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 74% 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 Mehama, 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 Mehama, Oregon?
Mehama, Oregon has a population of 425 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mehama, OR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Mehama — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mehama, OR?
The poverty rate in Mehama is 23.8%. This means approximately 101 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mehama, Oregon?
Mehama's population is 78.3% White, 0.0% Black, 2.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mehama, OR?
The median home value in Mehama is $366,700.
How educated is Mehama, Oregon?
9.6% of adults (25+) in Mehama hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.