St. Helens city, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

Name: St. Helens city, Oregon Demographics
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As of 2026, St. Helens city, Oregon has a total population of 14,152, the 47th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $82,123, which is 2% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.8%.

St. Helens city Quick Facts

Population 14,152

Median Household Income $82,123

Median Home Value $350,900

Poverty Rate 8.8%

Unemployment Rate 4.5%

Median Age 36.7 years

Homeownership Rate 62.8%

Affordability Ratio 4.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 16.0%

High School Graduation Rate 90.6%

Diversity Index 31/100

Population 14,152 47th of 419

Median Income $82,123 above average

Poverty Rate 8.8% 29% lower national

Median Home Value $350,900 average

How St. Helens city Compares

Median Household Income

St. Helens city

$82,123

$80,426

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

St. Helens city

$350,900

$454,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.3%

$25K-$50K 13.8%

$50K-$100K 37.2%

$100K+ 35.7%

Employment

4.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4% | National: 5.2%

60.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 62.8%

Renter 37.2%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.8%

18-34

24.9%

35-54

24.1%

55-74

22.2%

75+

6.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

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

State average: 45 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

St. Helens city Rankings in Oregon

#47 Population of 419

#132 Median Income of 419

#270 Education of 419

#185 Home Value of 419

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Cities Similar to St. Helens city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Cornelius city	13,700	$90,071	$419,000	15.2%	9.3%
Troutdale city	16,000	$84,339	$437,700	27.3%	8.7%
Oak Grove CDP	17,408	$81,611	$485,200	39.6%	8.6%
Gladstone city	11,986	$90,395	$463,600	23.6%	13.0%
Sandy city	12,738	$102,201	$450,200	24.8%	7.8%

Population Overview

St. Helens city is a small city located in Oregon. The total population is 14,152. It ranks as the 47th most populous out of 419 cities and towns in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in St. Helens city is 36.7 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in St. Helens city is $82,123. This is 2% higher than the state median of $80,426. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 5% higher. The poverty rate stands at 8.8%. This is 26% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 4.5%. This is 17% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $350,900. Housing costs are 23% lower than the state median of $454,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 62.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in St. Helens city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.1%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 1.8%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.

Education

16.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% lower than the state rate of 36.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for St. Helens city, Oregon is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Oregon state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 419 Census-designated places in Oregon. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of St. Helens city, Oregon?

St. Helens city, Oregon has a population of 14,152 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in St. Helens city, OR?

The median household income in St. Helens city is $82,123, which is 5% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in St. Helens city, OR?

The poverty rate in St. Helens city is 8.8%. This means approximately 1,207 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of St. Helens city, Oregon?

St. Helens city's population is 81.7% White, 0.3% Black, 9.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in St. Helens city, OR?

The median home value in St. Helens city is $350,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

How educated is St. Helens city, Oregon?

16.0% of adults (25+) in St. Helens city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.