Trail, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Trail, Oregon had a total population of 769, the 250th largest community in Oregon, with a median household income of $23,427, which is 72% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 44.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 72% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (44.2%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 4.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Trail Quick Facts
How Trail 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 | 652 | 769 | +17.9% |
How Trail 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+)
Trail Rankings in Oregon
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Other Cities in Jackson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medford | 86,315 | $73,230 | 13.2% | $417,100 |
| Ashland | 21,259 | $68,028 | 15.2% | $583,800 |
| Central Point | 19,216 | $86,058 | 6.7% | $389,100 |
| White City | 10,750 | $71,175 | 14.3% | $302,400 |
| Eagle Point | 9,839 | $84,126 | 10.0% | $408,700 |
| Talent | 6,254 | $62,543 | 11.7% | $405,300 |
| Phoenix | 4,390 | $66,508 | 11.5% | $415,300 |
| Shady Cove | 3,076 | $57,000 | 12.5% | $367,900 |
| Jacksonville | 2,991 | $90,341 | 9.2% | $649,200 |
| Rogue River | 2,238 | $54,537 | 12.6% | $310,200 |
Cities Similar to Trail
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brooks | 664 | N/A | $350,700 | 16.6% | 8.8% |
| Huntington | 739 | $35,813 | $123,000 | 5.9% | 14.4% |
| Crawfordsville | 588 | N/A | $400,000 | 14.0% | 29.4% |
| Mission | 878 | $34,583 | $215,600 | 11.1% | 36.7% |
| Takilma | 658 | $33,109 | $314,300 | 38.9% | 39.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 769, Trail'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
Trail is a small community located in Oregon, within Jackson County. The total population is 769. It ranks as the 250th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Trail is 57.1 years. This is 41% higher than the state median of 40.4 years. Only 9.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Trail is $23,427. This is 72% lower than the state median of $83,011. It is also 71% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 44.2%. This is 270% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 6.3%. This is 17% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. 83.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% higher than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Trail has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.0% of all residents. Asian residents account for 1.0%. The Asian population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.
Education
4.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 87% 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 97.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Trail, 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 Trail, Oregon?
Trail, Oregon has a population of 769 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Trail, OR?
The median household income in Trail is $23,427, which is 71% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Trail, OR?
The poverty rate in Trail is 44.2%. This means approximately 340 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Trail, Oregon?
Trail's population is 97.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Trail, OR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Trail — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Trail, Oregon?
4.7% of adults (25+) in Trail hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.