Skip to main content

Three Rivers, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Three Rivers, Oregon had a total population of 3,995, the 117th largest community in Oregon, with a median household income of $87,313, which is 5% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.1%.

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

Three Rivers Quick Facts

Population 3,995
Median Household Income $87,313
Median Home Value $557,700
Poverty Rate 7.1%
Unemployment Rate 6.9%
Median Age 45.1 years
Homeownership Rate 91.8%
Affordability Ratio 6.4x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 43.9%
High School Graduation Rate 98.6%
Diversity Index 16/100
Population 3,995 117th of 420
Median Income $87,313 above average
Poverty Rate 7.1% 43% lower than national
Median Home Value $557,700 top 20%

How Three Rivers 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
Population3,9663,995+0.7%
Median household income$82,780$87,313+5.5%
Median home value$470,400$557,700+18.6%

How Three Rivers Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.4%
$25K-$50K 23.3%
$50K-$100K 24.4%
$100K+ 41.9%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.6%
$10K-$15K
0.8%
$15K-$20K
4.0%
$20K-$25K
1.0%
$25K-$30K
2.3%
$30K-$35K
0.6%
$35K-$40K
3.2%
$40K-$45K
4.3%
$45K-$50K
12.9%
$50K-$60K
0.8%
$60K-$75K
3.0%
$75K-$100K
20.5%
$100K-$125K
3.7%
$125K-$150K
11.4%
$150K-$200K
14.8%
$200K+
11.9%

Employment

6.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4%|National: 5.2%
59.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 91.8%
Renter 8.2%
Affordability Index Expensive
6.4x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $2,250/mo 30.9% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

16out of 100
Very Low Diversity

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

State average: 46 | National average: 61

Education

Three Rivers Rankings in Oregon

#117 Population of 420
#121 Median Income of 379
#65 Education of 420
#61 Home Value of 381

Other Cities in Deschutes County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Bend 103,390 $96,394 8.8% $718,400
Redmond 36,092 $84,164 9.6% $462,500
Deschutes River Woods 5,797 $91,960 7.1% $559,500
Crooked River Ranch 5,160 $85,561 9.4% $462,300
Sisters 3,022 $94,524 7.7% $631,100
Eagle Crest 2,677 $102,500 6.5% $750,300
La Pine 2,547 $58,365 19.3% $363,800
Terrebonne 1,602 $89,248 3.9% $469,600
Sunriver 1,488 $82,287 6.7% $727,600
Tetherow 765 $158,824 0.0% $2,000,000+

Cities Similar to Three Rivers

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Aumsville4,230$90,987$296,40014.1%13.5%
Metzger3,714$91,102$543,40044.2%7.6%
Boardman4,064$66,691$235,3009.3%17.1%
Harrisburg3,681$73,650$320,90014.1%8.9%
Wood Village4,696$85,413$311,50017.1%16.6%

Population Overview

Three Rivers is a small community located in Oregon, within Deschutes County. The total population is 3,995. It ranks as the 117th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in Three Rivers is 45.1 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Three Rivers is $87,313. This is 5% higher than the state median of $83,011. It is also 8% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.1%. This is 40% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 6.9%. This is 29% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $557,700. Housing costs are 17% higher than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.4x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 91.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 45% higher than the state average of 63.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Three Rivers has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 14.7%.

Education

43.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 19% higher 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 98.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Three Rivers, 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.

Free data download: Get all Oregon city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Three Rivers, Oregon?

Three Rivers, Oregon has a population of 3,995 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Three Rivers, OR?

The median household income in Three Rivers is $87,313, which is 8% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Three Rivers, OR?

The poverty rate in Three Rivers is 7.1%. This means approximately 283 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Three Rivers, Oregon?

Three Rivers's population is 91.7% White, 0.0% Black, 1.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Three Rivers, OR?

The median home value in Three Rivers is $557,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.4x.

How educated is Three Rivers, Oregon?

43.9% of adults (25+) in Three Rivers hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.