Umatilla city, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Umatilla city, Oregon Demographics
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As of 2026, Umatilla city, Oregon has a total population of 7,531, the 85th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $59,861, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 21.5%.

Umatilla city Quick Facts

Population 7,531

Median Household Income $59,861

Median Home Value $191,000

Poverty Rate 21.5%

Unemployment Rate 6.4%

Median Age 34.4 years

Homeownership Rate 66.7%

Affordability Ratio 3.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 10.8%

High School Graduation Rate 83.5%

Diversity Index 56/100

Population 7,531 85th of 419

Median Income $59,861 below average

Poverty Rate 21.5% 73% higher national

Median Home Value $191,000 bottom 20%

How Umatilla city Compares

Median Household Income

Umatilla city

$59,861

$80,426

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Umatilla city

$191,000

$454,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 12.1%

$25K-$50K 22.6%

$50K-$100K 46.4%

$100K+ 18.9%

Employment

6.4% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4% | National: 5.2%

44.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 66.7%

Renter 33.3%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.4%

18-34

31.3%

35-54

29.0%

55-74

12.9%

75+

5.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 45 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Umatilla city Rankings in Oregon

#85 Population of 419

#250 Median Income of 419

#341 Education of 419

#334 Home Value of 419

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Cities Similar to Umatilla city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Madras city	7,596	$56,590	$291,400	21.6%	16.0%
Jennings Lodge CDP	7,732	$67,164	$436,700	34.8%	13.2%
Green CDP	7,916	$69,384	$238,200	16.8%	9.3%
Milton-Freewater city	7,096	$47,440	$209,800	8.4%	15.2%
Seaside city	7,210	$45,807	$413,800	27.2%	18.5%

Population Overview

Umatilla city is a small city located in Oregon. The total population is 7,531. It ranks as the 85th most populous out of 419 cities and towns in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in Umatilla city is 34.4 years. This is 14% lower than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Umatilla city is $59,861. This is 26% lower than the state median of $80,426. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 24% lower. The poverty rate stands at 21.5%. This is 81% 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 6.4%. This is 19% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $191,000. Housing costs are 58% lower than the state median of $454,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 66.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 63.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Umatilla city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 54.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 38.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (38.6% vs 14.3%). The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.

Education

10.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 70% 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 83.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Umatilla 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 Umatilla city, Oregon?

Umatilla city, Oregon has a population of 7,531 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Umatilla city, OR?

The median household income in Umatilla city is $59,861, which is 24% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Umatilla city, OR?

The poverty rate in Umatilla city is 21.5%. This means approximately 1,259 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Umatilla city, Oregon?

Umatilla city's population is 54.0% White, 1.7% Black, 38.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Umatilla city, OR?

The median home value in Umatilla city is $191,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

How educated is Umatilla city, Oregon?

10.8% of adults (25+) in Umatilla city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.