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Woodburn, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Woodburn, Oregon had a total population of 27,875, the 21st largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $67,347, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.3%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Woodburn Quick Facts

Population 27,875
Median Household Income $67,347
Median Home Value $331,800
Poverty Rate 16.3%
Unemployment Rate 5.2%
Median Age 38.6 years
Homeownership Rate 64.2%
Affordability Ratio 4.9x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 15.1%
High School Graduation Rate 69.0%
Diversity Index 51/100
Population 27,875 21st of 420
Median Income $67,347 average
Poverty Rate 16.3% 31% higher than national
Median Home Value $331,800 below average

How Woodburn Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population26,84527,875+3.8%
Median household income$67,469$67,347-0.2%
Median home value$308,400$331,800+7.6%

How Woodburn Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 17.4%
$25K-$50K 20.0%
$50K-$100K 30.0%
$100K+ 32.5%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
3.8%
$10K-$15K
5.8%
$15K-$20K
1.7%
$20K-$25K
6.1%
$25K-$30K
3.6%
$30K-$35K
2.8%
$35K-$40K
4.7%
$40K-$45K
3.5%
$45K-$50K
5.5%
$50K-$60K
5.7%
$60K-$75K
10.4%
$75K-$100K
13.9%
$100K-$125K
9.5%
$125K-$150K
10.4%
$150K-$200K
7.0%
$200K+
5.7%

Employment

5.2% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4%|National: 5.2%
60.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 64.2%
Renter 35.8%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.9x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,489/mo 26.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

51out of 100
Moderate Diversity

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

State average: 46 | National average: 61

Education

Woodburn Rankings in Oregon

#21 Population of 420
#218 Median Income of 379
#291 Education of 420
#232 Home Value of 381

Other Cities in Marion County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Salem 178,865 $75,487 14.4% $416,900
Keizer 39,082 $84,813 8.1% $434,100
Hayesville 21,246 $58,624 23.7% $365,400
Four Corners 16,275 $69,669 13.9% $340,200
Silverton 10,456 $79,960 10.7% $484,800
Stayton 8,292 $78,268 10.5% $409,700
Aumsville 4,230 $90,987 13.5% $296,400
Hubbard 3,406 $101,771 3.5% $436,800
Mount Angel 3,393 $62,232 14.0% $430,600
Jefferson 3,301 $102,159 9.2% $373,000

Cities Similar to Woodburn

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Forest Grove26,529$87,933$479,60031.8%15.4%
Wilsonville26,974$96,236$615,30044.3%8.8%
Tualatin27,763$104,043$628,20046.5%10.0%
Newberg26,066$93,232$472,10034.2%7.1%
McMinnville34,596$73,736$432,80025.8%16.0%

Population Overview

Woodburn is a mid-sized community located in Oregon, within Marion County. The total population is 27,875. It ranks as the 21st most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in Woodburn is 38.6 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 40.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Woodburn is $67,347. This is 19% lower than the state median of $83,011. It is also 17% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.3%. This is 37% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 5.2%. This is 2% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $331,800. Housing costs are 31% lower than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.9x. 64.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 1% higher than the state average of 63.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Woodburn is Hispanic or Latino, making up 61.4% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 33.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (33.7%) is well below the state average of 71.4%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 1.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (61.4% vs 14.7%). The Asian population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.

Education

15.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 59% lower than the state rate of 36.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 69.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Woodburn, Oregon is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Oregon state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 420 Census-designated places in Oregon. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Woodburn, Oregon?

Woodburn, Oregon has a population of 27,875 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Woodburn, OR?

The median household income in Woodburn is $67,347, which is 17% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Woodburn, OR?

The poverty rate in Woodburn is 16.3%. This means approximately 4,527 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Woodburn, Oregon?

Woodburn's population is 33.7% White, 0.2% Black, 61.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in Woodburn, OR?

The median home value in Woodburn is $331,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.9x.

How educated is Woodburn, Oregon?

15.1% of adults (25+) in Woodburn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.