The Dalles city, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

Name: The Dalles city, Oregon Demographics
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As of 2026, The Dalles city, Oregon has a total population of 15,973, the 45th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $62,830, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.7%.

The Dalles city Quick Facts

Population 15,973

Median Household Income $62,830

Median Home Value $318,400

Poverty Rate 10.7%

Unemployment Rate 7.1%

Median Age 38.5 years

Homeownership Rate 62.8%

Affordability Ratio 5.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 22.3%

High School Graduation Rate 85.8%

Diversity Index 43/100

Population 15,973 45th of 419

Median Income $62,830 below average

Poverty Rate 10.7% 14% lower national

Median Home Value $318,400 average

How The Dalles city Compares

Median Household Income

The Dalles city

$62,830

$80,426

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

The Dalles city

$318,400

$454,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 18.1%

$25K-$50K 21.3%

$50K-$100K 32.7%

$100K+ 27.9%

Employment

7.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4% | National: 5.2%

61.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 62.8%

Renter 37.2%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.8%

18-34

22.0%

35-54

24.1%

55-74

23.4%

75+

8.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 45 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

The Dalles city Rankings in Oregon

#45 Population of 419

#233 Median Income of 419

#204 Education of 419

#210 Home Value of 419

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Cities Similar to The Dalles city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Four Corners CDP	16,168	$69,232	$313,500	11.7%	12.6%
Coos Bay city	15,867	$55,292	$272,100	21.4%	14.2%
Dallas city	17,214	$65,647	$355,700	22.9%	16.9%
Pendleton city	17,070	$70,179	$276,400	25.3%	14.7%
Troutdale city	16,000	$84,339	$437,700	27.3%	8.7%

Population Overview

The Dalles city is a small city located in Oregon. The total population is 15,973. It ranks as the 45th most populous out of 419 cities and towns in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in The Dalles city is 38.5 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in The Dalles city is $62,830. This is 22% lower than the state median of $80,426. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 20% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.7%. This is 10% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 7.1%. This is 32% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $318,400. Housing costs are 30% lower than the state median of $454,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x. 62.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in The Dalles city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 71.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 21.7%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 1.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (21.7% vs 14.3%). The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.

Education

22.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 85.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for The Dalles 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 The Dalles city, Oregon?

The Dalles city, Oregon has a population of 15,973 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in The Dalles city, OR?

The median household income in The Dalles city is $62,830, which is 20% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in The Dalles city, OR?

The poverty rate in The Dalles city is 10.7%. This means approximately 1,651 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of The Dalles city, Oregon?

The Dalles city's population is 71.9% White, 0.5% Black, 21.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in The Dalles city, OR?

The median home value in The Dalles city is $318,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x.

How educated is The Dalles city, Oregon?

22.3% of adults (25+) in The Dalles city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.