Rickreall, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Rickreall, Oregon had a total population of 52, the 409th largest community in Oregon. The poverty rate is 26.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (26.9%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
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A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 46 | National average: 61
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Other Cities in Polk County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas | 17,531 | $71,549 | 15.5% | $389,100 |
| Monmouth | 11,428 | $69,170 | 16.1% | $413,200 |
| Independence | 10,199 | $85,375 | 12.5% | $378,800 |
| Falls City | 1,222 | $51,250 | 19.8% | $302,900 |
Cities Similar to Rickreall
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plush | 59 | N/A | N/A | 10.0% | 10.2% |
| Cayuse | 44 | N/A | $185,900 | 6.5% | 4.5% |
| Bellfountain | 66 | $52,386 | N/A | 36.2% | 15.2% |
| Sportsmans Park | 67 | N/A | $171,700 | 12.8% | 9.0% |
| Antelope | 68 | $64,000 | $184,400 | 4.8% | 7.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 52, Rickreall'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
Rickreall is a small community located in Oregon, within Polk County. The total population is 52. It ranks as the 409th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Rickreall is 23.7 years. This is 41% lower than the state median of 40.4 years. 19.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 26.9%. This is 125% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Rickreall, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 58% higher than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Rickreall was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Rickreall, 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 Rickreall, Oregon?
Rickreall, Oregon has a population of 52 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Rickreall, OR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Rickreall — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Rickreall, OR?
The poverty rate in Rickreall is 26.9%. This means approximately 14 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Rickreall, Oregon?
Rickreall's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Rickreall, OR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Rickreall — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Rickreall, Oregon?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Rickreall hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.