River Road, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, River Road, Oregon had a total population of 8,862, the 75th largest community in Oregon, with a median household income of $81,589, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
River Road Quick Facts
How River Road 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 | 8,462 | 8,862 | +4.7% |
| Median household income | $78,479 | $81,589 | +4.0% |
| Median home value | $360,400 | $397,800 | +10.4% |
How River Road 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+)
River Road Rankings in Oregon
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Other Cities in Lane County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eugene | 179,591 | $66,562 | 19.0% | $460,400 |
| Springfield | 61,499 | $68,761 | 14.9% | $358,700 |
| Cottage Grove | 10,698 | $80,875 | 10.7% | $346,600 |
| Santa Clara | 10,551 | $88,344 | 8.9% | $415,100 |
| Florence | 9,482 | $53,333 | 10.3% | $358,300 |
| Junction City | 6,947 | $85,595 | 9.5% | $421,900 |
| Creswell | 5,621 | $100,385 | 4.3% | $435,500 |
| Veneta | 5,200 | $66,890 | 8.6% | $385,200 |
| Oakridge | 3,184 | $40,297 | 23.9% | $240,200 |
| Heceta Beach | 2,651 | $79,938 | 12.9% | $533,500 |
Cities Similar to River Road
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hood River | 8,361 | $85,647 | $684,100 | 54.2% | 10.8% |
| Stayton | 8,292 | $78,268 | $409,700 | 26.6% | 10.5% |
| Eagle Point | 9,839 | $84,126 | $408,700 | 22.3% | 10.0% |
| North Bend | 10,171 | $81,320 | $352,300 | 28.5% | 14.0% |
| Independence | 10,199 | $85,375 | $378,800 | 27.0% | 12.5% |
Population Overview
River Road is a small city located in Oregon, within Lane County. The total population is 8,862. It ranks as the 75th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in River Road is 39.3 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in River Road is $81,589. This is 2% lower than the state median of $83,011. It is also 1% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.5%. This is 22% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 7.0%. This is 30% 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 4.9x. 66.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in River Road is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.4%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 1.8%.
Education
33.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 9% 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 91.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for River Road, 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 River Road, Oregon?
River Road, Oregon has a population of 8,862 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in River Road, OR?
The median household income in River Road is $81,589, which is 1% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in River Road, OR?
The poverty rate in River Road is 14.5%. This means approximately 1,273 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of River Road, Oregon?
River Road's population is 76.3% White, 0.5% Black, 14.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in River Road, OR?
The median home value in River Road is $397,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.9x.
How educated is River Road, Oregon?
33.7% of adults (25+) in River Road hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.