Oatfield, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Oatfield, Oregon had a total population of 13,294, the 49th largest community in Oregon, with a median household income of $103,224, which is 24% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Oatfield Quick Facts
How Oatfield 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 | 12,709 | 13,294 | +4.6% |
| Median household income | $103,483 | $103,224 | -0.3% |
| Median home value | $523,900 | $569,000 | +8.6% |
How Oatfield 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 46 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Oatfield Rankings in Oregon
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Other Cities in Clackamas County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon City | 37,755 | $97,829 | 6.8% | $555,800 |
| West Linn | 26,935 | $146,507 | 5.5% | $770,200 |
| Happy Valley | 26,738 | $122,151 | 7.7% | $725,300 |
| Canby | 18,134 | $100,989 | 8.0% | $528,500 |
| Oak Grove | 16,796 | $86,226 | 8.4% | $515,700 |
| Sandy | 12,854 | $108,984 | 7.8% | $470,300 |
| Gladstone | 11,977 | $91,250 | 13.6% | $480,700 |
| Damascus | 11,437 | $122,500 | 3.2% | $653,100 |
| Molalla | 10,186 | $89,318 | 4.3% | $447,100 |
| Jennings Lodge | 7,971 | $71,054 | 11.5% | $462,100 |
Cities Similar to Oatfield
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy | 12,854 | $108,984 | $470,300 | 29.7% | 7.8% |
| Cornelius | 14,255 | $96,273 | $452,900 | 18.9% | 9.1% |
| Gladstone | 11,977 | $91,250 | $480,700 | 25.8% | 13.6% |
| St. Helens | 14,258 | $82,865 | $394,200 | 16.9% | 10.0% |
| Damascus | 11,437 | $122,500 | $653,100 | 33.6% | 3.2% |
Population Overview
Oatfield is a small city located in Oregon, within Clackamas County. The total population is 13,294. It ranks as the 49th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Oatfield is 50.3 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 40.4 years. 13.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Oatfield is $103,224. This is 24% higher than the state median of $83,011. It is also 28% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.8%. This is 18% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 4.4%. This is 18% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $569,000. Housing costs are 19% higher than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.5x. 85.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% higher than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Oatfield is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 15.7%. The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 1.8%.
Education
35.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 3% 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 94.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Oatfield, 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 Oatfield, Oregon?
Oatfield, Oregon has a population of 13,294 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Oatfield, OR?
The median household income in Oatfield is $103,224, which is 28% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Oatfield, OR?
The poverty rate in Oatfield is 9.8%. This means approximately 1,271 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Oatfield, Oregon?
Oatfield's population is 75.7% White, 0.8% Black, 15.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Oatfield, OR?
The median home value in Oatfield is $569,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.5x.
How educated is Oatfield, Oregon?
35.6% of adults (25+) in Oatfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.