Redwood, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Redwood, Oregon had a total population of 3,721, the 118th largest community in Oregon, with a median household income of $68,125, which is 18% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Redwood Quick Facts
How Redwood 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 | 3,150 | 3,721 | +18.1% |
| Median household income | $73,135 | $68,125 | -6.9% |
| Median home value | $381,000 | $397,800 | +4.4% |
How Redwood 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+)
Redwood 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 |
| 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 |
| O'Brien | 379 | $29,252 | 13.2% | $168,400 |
| Kerby | 187 | $28,686 | 47.1% | $241,000 |
Cities Similar to Redwood
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrisburg | 3,681 | $73,650 | $320,900 | 14.1% | 8.9% |
| Boardman | 4,064 | $66,691 | $235,300 | 9.3% | 17.1% |
| Mount Angel | 3,393 | $62,232 | $430,600 | 17.6% | 14.0% |
| Nyssa | 3,240 | $69,183 | $204,300 | 14.2% | 16.9% |
| Metzger | 3,714 | $91,102 | $543,400 | 44.2% | 7.6% |
Population Overview
Redwood is a small community located in Oregon, within Josephine County. The total population is 3,721. It ranks as the 118th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Redwood is 45.3 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Redwood is $68,125. This is 18% lower than the state median of $83,011. It is also 16% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.8%. This is 9% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 6.3%. This is 18% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $397,800. Housing costs are 17% lower than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.8x. 61.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% lower than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Redwood is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.7%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 1.8%.
Education
19.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% 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 89.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Redwood, 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 Redwood, Oregon?
Redwood, Oregon has a population of 3,721 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Redwood, OR?
The median household income in Redwood is $68,125, which is 16% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Redwood, OR?
The poverty rate in Redwood is 10.8%. This means approximately 390 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Redwood, Oregon?
Redwood's population is 84.1% White, 0.5% Black, 9.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Redwood, OR?
The median home value in Redwood is $397,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.8x.
How educated is Redwood, Oregon?
19.4% of adults (25+) in Redwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.