Ukiah, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ukiah, Oregon had a total population of 177, the 374th largest city in Oregon. The poverty rate is 29.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (29.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 10.7% is notably above the national average.
Ukiah Quick Facts
How Ukiah 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 | 294 | 177 | -39.8% |
How Ukiah 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+)
Ukiah Rankings in Oregon
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Other Cities in Umatilla County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hermiston | 19,546 | $66,998 | 10.1% | $266,700 |
| Pendleton | 16,950 | $66,563 | 15.0% | $287,100 |
| Umatilla | 7,508 | $68,826 | 17.4% | $238,500 |
| Milton-Freewater | 7,036 | $52,183 | 12.6% | $240,000 |
| Stanfield | 1,902 | $60,074 | 8.0% | $207,600 |
| Athena | 1,377 | $71,898 | 9.0% | $239,200 |
| Pilot Rock | 1,283 | $89,091 | 10.1% | $199,700 |
| Umapine | 1,215 | $55,927 | 1.2% | $459,000 |
| Mission | 878 | $34,583 | 36.7% | $215,600 |
| Green Meadows | 584 | $121,750 | 2.7% | $311,900 |
Cities Similar to Ukiah
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan Valley | 180 | $55,893 | $167,200 | 25.3% | 13.3% |
| Rowena | 181 | N/A | N/A | 15.8% | 57.5% |
| Monument | 185 | $38,419 | $2,000,000+ | 5.4% | 24.3% |
| Kerby | 187 | $28,686 | $241,000 | 0.0% | 47.1% |
| Imbler | 189 | $66,250 | $275,000 | 18.3% | 27.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 177, Ukiah'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
Ukiah is a small community located in Oregon, within Umatilla County. The total population is 177. It ranks as the 374th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ukiah is 47.8 years. This is 18% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 29.1%. This is 144% 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 10.7%. This is 99% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. 82.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Ukiah is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.6%.
Education
11.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 69% 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 88.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ukiah, 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 Ukiah, Oregon?
Ukiah, Oregon has a population of 177 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ukiah, OR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Ukiah — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ukiah, OR?
The poverty rate in Ukiah is 29.1%. This means approximately 46 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ukiah, Oregon?
Ukiah's population is 83.6% White, 1.7% Black, 9.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ukiah, OR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Ukiah — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Ukiah, Oregon?
11.5% of adults (25+) in Ukiah hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.