Shedd, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Shedd, Oregon had a total population of 78, the 403rd largest community in Oregon. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 100.0% is notably above the national average.
Shedd Quick Facts
How Shedd 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 | 87 | 78 | -10.3% |
How Shedd 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+)
Shedd Rankings in Oregon
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Other Cities in Linn County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albany | 56,839 | $78,114 | 13.5% | $389,200 |
| Lebanon | 19,344 | $63,176 | 17.8% | $336,800 |
| Sweet Home | 10,078 | $56,927 | 19.4% | $273,300 |
| Harrisburg | 3,681 | $73,650 | 8.9% | $320,900 |
| Millersburg | 3,366 | $124,867 | 5.1% | $567,200 |
| Brownsville | 1,912 | $83,098 | 10.0% | $373,000 |
| Halsey | 1,491 | $106,458 | 7.8% | $330,300 |
| Tangent | 1,290 | $99,000 | 20.4% | $377,300 |
| Lyons | 1,139 | $91,875 | 14.8% | $488,900 |
| South Lebanon | 939 | $61,346 | 11.0% | $400,800 |
Cities Similar to Shedd
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McKay | 74 | $120,795 | $531,300 | 34.4% | 16.2% |
| Lexington | 83 | $40,568 | $231,800 | 10.0% | 7.2% |
| Spray | 89 | N/A | $269,400 | 7.0% | 21.1% |
| Antelope | 68 | $64,000 | $184,400 | 4.8% | 7.3% |
| Sportsmans Park | 67 | N/A | $171,700 | 12.8% | 9.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 78, Shedd'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
Shedd is a small community located in Oregon, within Linn County. The total population is 78. It ranks as the 403rd most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Shedd is 44.9 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 40.4 years. Only 7.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 30.8% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Shedd. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The unemployment rate is 100.0%. This is 1766% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. 63.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Shedd is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 21.8%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (21.8% vs 1.8%).
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 Shedd, 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 Shedd, Oregon?
Shedd, Oregon has a population of 78 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Shedd, OR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Shedd — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Shedd, OR?
The ACS sample for Shedd recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Shedd, Oregon?
Shedd's population is 70.5% White, 21.8% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Shedd, OR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Shedd — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Shedd, Oregon?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Shedd hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.