Vernonia city, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Vernonia city, Oregon Demographics
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As of 2026, Vernonia city, Oregon has a total population of 2,716, the 141st largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $83,324, which is 4% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.8%.

Vernonia city Quick Facts

Population 2,716

Median Household Income $83,324

Median Home Value $321,200

Poverty Rate 7.8%

Unemployment Rate 6.7%

Median Age 38.5 years

Homeownership Rate 76.2%

Affordability Ratio 3.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 12.5%

High School Graduation Rate 88.9%

Diversity Index 26/100

Population 2,716 141st of 419

Median Income $83,324 above average

Poverty Rate 7.8% 37% lower national

Median Home Value $321,200 average

How Vernonia city Compares

Median Household Income

Vernonia city

$83,324

$80,426

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Vernonia city

$321,200

$454,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.3%

$25K-$50K 20.5%

$50K-$100K 29.3%

$100K+ 40.0%

Employment

6.7% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4% | National: 5.2%

71.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 76.2%

Renter 23.8%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

25.6%

18-34

19.6%

35-54

28.7%

55-74

22.2%

75+

3.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

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

State average: 45 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Vernonia city Rankings in Oregon

#141 Population of 419

#122 Median Income of 419

#313 Education of 419

#205 Home Value of 419

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Cities Similar to Vernonia city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Odell CDP	2,666	$84,911	$391,500	27.3%	3.1%
Dayton city	2,668	$79,556	$372,900	21.2%	18.1%
Gervais city	2,588	$86,250	$330,400	10.8%	7.3%
Lincoln Beach CDP	2,657	$72,833	$409,300	35.4%	9.3%
Sublimity city	2,951	$78,007	$462,800	33.5%	9.2%

Population Overview

Vernonia city is a small community located in Oregon. The total population is 2,716. It ranks as the 141st most populous out of 419 cities and towns in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in Vernonia 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 Vernonia city is $83,324. This is 4% higher than the state median of $80,426. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 6% higher. The poverty rate stands at 7.8%. This is 34% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 6.7%. This is 25% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $321,200. Housing costs are 29% lower than the state median of $454,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 76.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 63.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Vernonia city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (6.2%) is well below the state average of 14.3%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.

Education

12.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 65% 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 88.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Vernonia 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 Vernonia city, Oregon?

Vernonia city, Oregon has a population of 2,716 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Vernonia city is $83,324, which is 6% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Vernonia city, OR?

The poverty rate in Vernonia city is 7.8%. This means approximately 213 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Vernonia city, Oregon?

Vernonia city's population is 85.1% White, 1.2% Black, 6.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.

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

The median home value in Vernonia city is $321,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

How educated is Vernonia city, Oregon?

12.5% of adults (25+) in Vernonia city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.