Wilsonville city, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Wilsonville city, Oregon Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Wilsonville city, Oregon has a total population of 26,183, the 25th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $87,371, which is 9% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.8%.

Wilsonville city Quick Facts

Population 26,183

Median Household Income $87,371

Median Home Value $584,700

Poverty Rate 8.8%

Unemployment Rate 6.5%

Median Age 38.7 years

Homeownership Rate 50.1%

Affordability Ratio 6.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 44.5%

High School Graduation Rate 95.0%

Diversity Index 47/100

Population 26,183 25th of 419

Median Income $87,371 top 30%

Poverty Rate 8.8% 29% lower national

Median Home Value $584,700 top 20%

How Wilsonville city Compares

Median Household Income

Wilsonville city

$87,371

$80,426

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Wilsonville city

$584,700

$454,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 8.8%

$25K-$50K 15.5%

$50K-$100K 29.1%

$100K+ 46.5%

Employment

6.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4% | National: 5.2%

63.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 50.1%

Renter 49.9%

Affordability Index Expensive

6.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.1%

18-34

25.8%

35-54

28.6%

55-74

18.9%

75+

8.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 45 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Wilsonville city Rankings in Oregon

#25 Population of 419

#103 Median Income of 419

#58 Education of 419

#44 Home Value of 419

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Cities Similar to Wilsonville city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Forest Grove city	26,406	$81,998	$464,300	31.7%	13.4%
Newberg city	25,622	$91,389	$453,700	35.2%	8.9%
Tualatin city	27,710	$105,073	$595,800	45.5%	9.2%
Woodburn city	26,845	$67,469	$308,400	16.7%	15.2%
Happy Valley city	25,572	$120,324	$671,800	46.4%	6.9%

Population Overview

Wilsonville city is a mid-sized community located in Oregon. The total population is 26,183. It ranks as the 25th most populous out of 419 cities and towns in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in Wilsonville city is 38.7 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Wilsonville city is $87,371. This is 9% higher than the state median of $80,426. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 11% higher. The poverty rate stands at 8.8%. This is 26% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 6.5%. This is 20% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $584,700. Housing costs are 29% higher than the state median of $454,200. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.7x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 50.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% lower than the state average of 63.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Wilsonville city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 16.0%.

Education

44.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 23% higher 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 95.0%. Notably, 15.4% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Wilsonville 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 Wilsonville city, Oregon?

Wilsonville city, Oregon has a population of 26,183 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Wilsonville city is $87,371, which is 11% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Wilsonville city, OR?

The poverty rate in Wilsonville city is 8.8%. This means approximately 2,196 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Wilsonville city, Oregon?

Wilsonville city's population is 70.3% White, 1.4% Black, 16.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Wilsonville city is $584,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.7x.

How educated is Wilsonville city, Oregon?

44.5% of adults (25+) in Wilsonville city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 15.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.