Winston city, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Winston city, Oregon Demographics
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As of 2026, Winston city, Oregon has a total population of 5,663, the 97th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $53,125, which is 34% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 20.1%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 34% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Winston city Quick Facts

Population 5,663

Median Household Income $53,125

Median Home Value $219,200

Poverty Rate 20.1%

Unemployment Rate 3.6%

Median Age 43.6 years

Homeownership Rate 73.8%

Affordability Ratio 4.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 15.2%

High School Graduation Rate 87.9%

Diversity Index 41/100

Population 5,663 97th of 419

Median Income $53,125 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 20.1% 62% higher national

Median Home Value $219,200 bottom 20%

How Winston city Compares

Median Household Income

Winston city

$53,125

$80,426

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Winston city

$219,200

$454,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.8%

$25K-$50K 28.8%

$50K-$100K 35.1%

$100K+ 15.4%

Employment

3.6% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4% | National: 5.2%

49.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 73.8%

Renter 26.2%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.3%

18-34

19.9%

35-54

19.1%

55-74

30.0%

75+

9.7%

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+)

Winston city Rankings in Oregon

#97 Population of 419

#294 Median Income of 419

#277 Education of 419

#310 Home Value of 419

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Cities Similar to Winston city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Talent city	6,271	$53,843	$365,500	42.7%	15.3%
Tillamook city	5,229	$57,604	$272,300	15.4%	9.9%
Veneta city	5,191	$61,949	$318,800	14.9%	8.6%
King City city	5,078	$66,728	$391,100	34.8%	9.4%
Warrenton city	6,297	$67,430	$386,500	18.5%	5.5%

Population Overview

Winston city is a small city located in Oregon. The total population is 5,663. It ranks as the 97th most populous out of 419 cities and towns in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in Winston city is 43.6 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Winston city is $53,125. This is 34% lower than the state median of $80,426. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 32% lower. The poverty rate stands at 20.1%. This is 69% 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 3.6%. This is 32% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $219,200. Housing costs are 52% lower than the state median of $454,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 73.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 63.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Winston city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 15.6%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 1.8%. The Asian population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.

Education

15.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 58% 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 87.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Winston 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 Winston city, Oregon?

Winston city, Oregon has a population of 5,663 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Winston city is $53,125, which is 32% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Winston city, OR?

The poverty rate in Winston city is 20.1%. This means approximately 1,128 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Winston city, Oregon?

Winston city's population is 74.5% White, 0.1% Black, 15.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.

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

The median home value in Winston city is $219,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

How educated is Winston city, Oregon?

15.2% of adults (25+) in Winston city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.