Sumpter, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sumpter, Oregon had a total population of 197, the 365th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $26,471, which is 68% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 68% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Unemployment rate of 20.0% is notably above the national average.
Sumpter Quick Facts
How Sumpter 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 | 190 | 197 | +3.7% |
| Median household income | $24,389 | $26,471 | +8.5% |
How Sumpter 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+)
Sumpter Rankings in Oregon
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Other Cities in Baker County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baker City | 10,210 | $61,580 | 14.0% | $271,400 |
| Huntington | 739 | $35,813 | 14.4% | $123,000 |
| Halfway | 312 | $38,654 | 11.9% | $246,700 |
| Haines | 209 | $49,896 | 16.3% | $111,500 |
| Richland | 197 | $22,083 | 27.4% | $209,600 |
| Unity | 27 | $28,750 | 40.7% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Sumpter
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deer Island | 199 | N/A | N/A | 6.4% | 9.0% |
| Gardiner | 199 | N/A | N/A | 51.7% | 0.0% |
| Mount Hood | 191 | N/A | N/A | 51.7% | 0.0% |
| Rowena | 181 | N/A | N/A | 15.8% | 57.5% |
| Richland | 197 | $22,083 | $209,600 | 52.7% | 27.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 197, Sumpter'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
Sumpter is a small community located in Oregon, within Baker County. The total population is 197. It ranks as the 365th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sumpter is 69.9 years. This is 73% higher than the state median of 40.4 years. 14.7% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Sumpter is $26,471. This is 68% lower than the state median of $83,011. It is also 67% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.3%. This is 62% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 20.0%. This is 273% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. 96.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 52% higher than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Sumpter 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
15.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 57% 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 98.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sumpter, 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 Sumpter, Oregon?
Sumpter, Oregon has a population of 197 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sumpter, OR?
The median household income in Sumpter is $26,471, which is 67% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sumpter, OR?
The poverty rate in Sumpter is 19.3%. This means approximately 38 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sumpter, Oregon?
Sumpter's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sumpter, OR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Sumpter — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Sumpter, Oregon?
15.7% of adults (25+) in Sumpter hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.