O'Brien, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, O'Brien, Oregon had a total population of 379, the 308th largest community in Oregon, with a median household income of $29,252, which is 65% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 65% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 8.2% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
O'Brien Quick Facts
How O'Brien 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 | 528 | 379 | -28.2% |
| Median household income | $29,141 | $29,252 | +0.4% |
| Median home value | $145,900 | $168,400 | +15.4% |
How O'Brien 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+)
O'Brien Rankings in Oregon
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Other Cities in Josephine County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grants Pass | 39,311 | $59,646 | 14.4% | $382,600 |
| Redwood | 3,721 | $68,125 | 10.8% | $397,800 |
| Cave Junction | 1,691 | $39,291 | 27.7% | $292,900 |
| Merlin | 1,617 | $71,806 | 8.8% | $435,000 |
| New Hope | 1,296 | $65,000 | 19.1% | $437,900 |
| Williams | 760 | $78,094 | 8.3% | $592,000 |
| Takilma | 658 | $33,109 | 39.2% | $314,300 |
| Selma | 520 | $43,372 | 9.8% | $231,500 |
| Kerby | 187 | $28,686 | 47.1% | $241,000 |
Cities Similar to O'Brien
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% |
| Mehama | 425 | N/A | $366,700 | 9.6% | 23.8% |
| Oceanside | 430 | N/A | $647,800 | 56.0% | 7.0% |
| Butte Falls | 364 | $36,979 | $253,800 | 11.1% | 19.9% |
| Hebo | 311 | N/A | $241,900 | 0.0% | 79.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 379, O'Brien'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
O'Brien is a small community located in Oregon, within Josephine County. The total population is 379. It ranks as the 308th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in O'Brien is 66.7 years. This is 65% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in O'Brien is $29,252. This is 65% lower than the state median of $83,011. It is also 64% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.2%. This is 10% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in O'Brien, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $168,400. Housing costs are 65% lower than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.8x. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 58% higher than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
O'Brien has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.5% of all residents.
Education
8.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 78% 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 71.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for O'Brien, 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 O'Brien, Oregon?
O'Brien, Oregon has a population of 379 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in O'Brien, OR?
The median household income in O'Brien is $29,252, which is 64% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in O'Brien, OR?
The poverty rate in O'Brien is 13.2%. This means approximately 50 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of O'Brien, Oregon?
O'Brien's population is 90.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in O'Brien, OR?
The median home value in O'Brien is $168,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.8x.
How educated is O'Brien, Oregon?
8.2% of adults (25+) in O'Brien hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.