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Silverton, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Silverton, Oregon had a total population of 10,456, the 63rd largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $79,960, which is 4% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.7%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Silverton Quick Facts

Population 10,456
Median Household Income $79,960
Median Home Value $484,800
Poverty Rate 10.7%
Unemployment Rate 1.9%
Median Age 38.5 years
Homeownership Rate 61.1%
Affordability Ratio 6.1x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 33.0%
High School Graduation Rate 94.3%
Diversity Index 37/100
Population 10,456 63rd of 420
Median Income $79,960 average
Poverty Rate 10.7% 14% lower than national
Median Home Value $484,800 top 30%

How Silverton Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population10,44510,456+0.1%
Median household income$74,286$79,960+7.6%
Median home value$461,800$484,800+5.0%

How Silverton Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.0%
$25K-$50K 16.6%
$50K-$100K 32.3%
$100K+ 37.1%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
2.5%
$10K-$15K
4.6%
$15K-$20K
3.0%
$20K-$25K
3.9%
$25K-$30K
4.1%
$30K-$35K
2.9%
$35K-$40K
2.4%
$40K-$45K
3.8%
$45K-$50K
3.5%
$50K-$60K
6.9%
$60K-$75K
9.0%
$75K-$100K
16.4%
$100K-$125K
9.9%
$125K-$150K
5.3%
$150K-$200K
12.4%
$200K+
9.5%

Employment

1.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4%|National: 5.2%
62.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 61.1%
Renter 38.9%
Affordability Index Expensive
6.1x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,580/mo 23.7% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

37out of 100
Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 46 | National average: 61

Education

Silverton Rankings in Oregon

#63 Population of 420
#158 Median Income of 379
#109 Education of 420
#88 Home Value of 381

Other Cities in Marion County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Salem 178,865 $75,487 14.4% $416,900
Keizer 39,082 $84,813 8.1% $434,100
Woodburn 27,875 $67,347 16.3% $331,800
Hayesville 21,246 $58,624 23.7% $365,400
Four Corners 16,275 $69,669 13.9% $340,200
Stayton 8,292 $78,268 10.5% $409,700
Aumsville 4,230 $90,987 13.5% $296,400
Hubbard 3,406 $101,771 3.5% $436,800
Mount Angel 3,393 $62,232 14.0% $430,600
Jefferson 3,301 $102,159 9.2% $373,000

Cities Similar to Silverton

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Cottage Grove10,698$80,875$346,60021.1%10.7%
North Bend10,171$81,320$352,30028.5%14.0%
Independence10,199$85,375$378,80027.0%12.5%
Santa Clara10,551$88,344$415,10030.1%8.9%
Molalla10,186$89,318$447,10018.8%4.3%

Population Overview

Silverton is a small city located in Oregon, within Marion County. The total population is 10,456. It ranks as the 63rd most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in Silverton is 38.5 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 40.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Silverton is $79,960. This is 4% lower than the state median of $83,011. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.7%. This is 11% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 1.9%. This is 65% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $484,800. Housing costs are 2% higher than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.1x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 61.1% 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 Silverton is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 13.6%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.

Education

33.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 10% 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 94.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Silverton, 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 Silverton, Oregon?

Silverton, Oregon has a population of 10,456 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Silverton, OR?

The median household income in Silverton is $79,960, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Silverton, OR?

The poverty rate in Silverton is 10.7%. This means approximately 1,087 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Silverton, Oregon?

Silverton's population is 77.7% White, 1.7% Black, 13.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Silverton, OR?

The median home value in Silverton is $484,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.1x.

How educated is Silverton, Oregon?

33.0% of adults (25+) in Silverton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.