Wasco city, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Wasco city, Oregon Demographics
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As of 2026, Wasco city, Oregon has a total population of 523, the 284th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $60,000, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 20.5%.

Key Takeaways

Only 7.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Wasco city Quick Facts

Population 523

Median Household Income $60,000

Median Home Value $204,300

Poverty Rate 20.5%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 47.6 years

Homeownership Rate 72.6%

Affordability Ratio 3.4x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 7.5%

High School Graduation Rate 88.4%

Diversity Index 33/100

Population 523 284th of 419

Median Income $60,000 below average

Poverty Rate 20.5% 64% higher national

Median Home Value $204,300 bottom 20%

How Wasco city Compares

Median Household Income

Wasco city

$60,000

$80,426

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Wasco city

$204,300

$454,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.7%

$25K-$50K 21.1%

$50K-$100K 37.0%

$100K+ 21.1%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4% | National: 5.2%

50.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 72.6%

Renter 27.4%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.4x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

15.5%

18-34

20.3%

35-54

23.1%

55-74

28.5%

75+

12.6%

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+)

Wasco city Rankings in Oregon

#284 Population of 419

#248 Median Income of 419

#373 Education of 419

#324 Home Value of 419

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Cities Similar to Wasco city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Crawfordsville CDP	528	N/A	$404,500	14.3%	31.8%
Mapleton CDP	527	$53,333	$352,600	11.2%	22.8%
Pleasant Valley CDP	589	N/A	$465,500	19.3%	0.9%
Echo city	463	$60,385	$204,200	13.2%	8.2%
Fairview CDP	523	$45,321	$269,300	17.5%	7.5%

Population Overview

Wasco city is a small community located in Oregon. The total population is 523. It ranks as the 284th most populous out of 419 cities and towns in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in Wasco city is 47.6 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 40.1 years. 12.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Wasco city is $60,000. This is 25% 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 20.5%. This is 72% 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 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $204,300. Housing costs are 55% lower than the state median of $454,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 72.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 63.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Wasco city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.9%) is well below the state average of 14.3%. The Asian population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.

Education

7.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 79% 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 88.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Wasco 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 Wasco city, Oregon?

Wasco city, Oregon has a population of 523 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Wasco city is $60,000, which is 24% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Wasco city, OR?

The poverty rate in Wasco city is 20.5%. This means approximately 107 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Wasco city, Oregon?

Wasco city's population is 79.5% White, 0.0% Black, 5.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.1% Asian.

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

The median home value in Wasco city is $204,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

How educated is Wasco city, Oregon?

7.5% of adults (25+) in Wasco city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.