Eugene, Oregon

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
176,755
Population
$61,481
Median Income
$406,000
Home Value
35.2
Median Age

Demographics

Eugene has a population of 176,755 with a median age of 35.2. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
80.5%
Hispanic
10.4%
Asian
4.0%
Other
3.6%
Black
1.5%
Demographic Value
Total Population176,755
Median Age35.2
White80.5%
Black or African American1.5%
Asian4.0%
Hispanic or Latino10.4%
Other / Two or More Races3.6%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Eugene is $61,481, which is 18.2% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $39,081. The poverty rate is 19.3%.

$61,481
Median Household Income
$39,081
Per Capita Income
19.3%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Eugene is 7.1%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Eugene, 94.6% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 44.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20.7% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
94.6%
Bachelor's+
44.2%
Graduate+
20.7%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher94.6%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher44.2%
Graduate or Professional Degree20.7%

Housing

The median home value in Eugene is $406,000, above the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $1,269. The homeownership rate is 47.8%.

$406,000
Median Home Value
$1,269/mo
Median Rent
47.8%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$406,000
Median Monthly Rent$1,269
Homeownership Rate47.8%
Vacancy Rate3.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Eugene, Oregon?
The population of Eugene, Oregon is 176,755 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Eugene, Oregon?
The median household income in Eugene, Oregon is $61,481. This is 18.2% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Eugene, Oregon?
The median home value in Eugene, Oregon is $406,000. The median monthly rent is $1,269.
What percentage of people in Eugene have a college degree?
In Eugene, Oregon, 44.2% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 94.6% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Eugene, Oregon an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Eugene, Oregon is 6.6x (median home value $406,000 vs. median income $61,481), making it relatively expensive by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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