Moro, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Moro, Oregon had a total population of 392, the 306th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $79,688, which is 4% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Moro Quick Facts
How Moro 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 | 422 | 392 | -7.1% |
| Median household income | $71,563 | $79,688 | +11.4% |
| Median home value | $241,200 | $245,300 | +1.7% |
How Moro 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+)
Moro Rankings in Oregon
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Other Cities in Sherman County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wasco | 455 | $65,000 | 17.4% | $229,300 |
| Grass Valley | 261 | $62,366 | 26.8% | $109,400 |
| Rufus | 212 | $39,306 | 24.5% | $182,800 |
Cities Similar to Moro
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trent | 407 | N/A | N/A | 23.7% | 46.2% |
| Gopher Flats | 382 | $76,250 | $262,500 | 21.1% | 12.8% |
| Mehama | 425 | N/A | $366,700 | 9.6% | 23.8% |
| Oceanside | 430 | N/A | $647,800 | 56.0% | 7.0% |
| Tutuilla | 365 | $87,361 | $274,000 | 17.4% | 4.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 392, Moro'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
Moro is a small community located in Oregon, within Sherman County. The total population is 392. It ranks as the 306th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Moro is 38.0 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 40.4 years. With 28.1% of the population under 18, Moro has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Moro is $79,688. This is 4% lower than the state median of $83,011. It is also 1% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.5%. This is 5% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 44% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $245,300. Housing costs are 49% lower than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 64.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Moro has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.6% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 14.7%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.
Education
11.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 68% 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 88.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Moro, 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 Moro, Oregon?
Moro, Oregon has a population of 392 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Moro, OR?
The median household income in Moro is $79,688, which is 1% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Moro, OR?
The poverty rate in Moro is 12.5%. This means approximately 49 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Moro, Oregon?
Moro's population is 91.6% White, 2.3% Black, 0.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Moro, OR?
The median home value in Moro is $245,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Moro, Oregon?
11.8% of adults (25+) in Moro hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.