Mill City city, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Mill City city, Oregon Demographics
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As of 2026, Mill City city, Oregon has a total population of 1,876, the 173rd largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $70,000, which is 13% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.3%.

Key Takeaways

Only 9.4% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Unemployment rate of 12.2% is notably above the national average.

Mill City city Quick Facts

Population 1,876

Median Household Income $70,000

Median Home Value $289,900

Poverty Rate 17.3%

Unemployment Rate 12.2%

Median Age 37.1 years

Homeownership Rate 69.3%

Affordability Ratio 4.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 9.4%

High School Graduation Rate 88.8%

Diversity Index 34/100

Population 1,876 173rd of 419

Median Income $70,000 average

Poverty Rate 17.3% 39% higher national

Median Home Value $289,900 below average

How Mill City city Compares

Median Household Income

Mill City city

$70,000

$80,426

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Mill City city

$289,900

$454,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.8%

$25K-$50K 22.1%

$50K-$100K 33.9%

$100K+ 30.2%

Employment

12.2% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4% | National: 5.2%

59.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 69.3%

Renter 30.6%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

30.1%

18-34

17.9%

35-54

22.9%

55-74

24.7%

75+

4.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 45 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Mill City city Rankings in Oregon

#173 Population of 419

#196 Median Income of 419

#362 Education of 419

#246 Home Value of 419

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Cities Similar to Mill City city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Keno CDP	1,853	$71,643	$315,900	19.9%	10.5%
Irrigon city	1,922	$66,087	$182,200	10.3%	13.6%
Rainier city	1,859	$62,847	$310,200	18.7%	21.4%
Stanfield city	1,956	$65,909	$190,300	9.3%	8.0%
Depoe Bay city	2,025	$68,636	$369,900	37.6%	8.7%

Population Overview

Mill City city is a small community located in Oregon. The total population is 1,876. It ranks as the 173rd most populous out of 419 cities and towns in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in Mill City city is 37.1 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 40.1 years. With 30.1% of the population under 18, Mill City city has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Mill City city is $70,000. This is 13% lower than the state median of $80,426. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 11% lower. The poverty rate stands at 17.3%. This is 46% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 12.2%. This is 127% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $289,900. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $454,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 69.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 63.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Mill City city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.8%. The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 1.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (6.8%) is well below the state average of 14.3%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.

Education

9.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 74% lower than the state rate of 36.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 88.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Mill City city, Oregon is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Oregon state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 419 Census-designated places in Oregon. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Mill City city, Oregon?

Mill City city, Oregon has a population of 1,876 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Mill City city, OR?

The median household income in Mill City city is $70,000, which is 11% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Mill City city, OR?

The poverty rate in Mill City city is 17.3%. This means approximately 323 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Mill City city, Oregon?

Mill City city's population is 79.4% White, 0.8% Black, 6.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Mill City city, OR?

The median home value in Mill City city is $289,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

How educated is Mill City city, Oregon?

9.4% of adults (25+) in Mill City city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.