Portland, Oregon

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
646,101
Population
$85,876
Median Income
$523,100
Home Value
38.3
Median Age

Demographics

Portland has a population of 646,101 with a median age of 38.3. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
72.1%
Hispanic
10.3%
Asian
8.4%
Black
5.9%
Other
3.3%
Demographic Value
Total Population646,101
Median Age38.3
White72.1%
Black or African American5.9%
Asian8.4%
Hispanic or Latino10.3%
Other / Two or More Races3.3%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Portland is $85,876, which is 14.3% above the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $52,577. The poverty rate is 12.2%.

$85,876
Median Household Income
$52,577
Per Capita Income
12.2%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Portland is 5.6%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Portland, 93.4% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 52.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21.3% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
93.4%
Bachelor's+
52.5%
Graduate+
21.3%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher93.4%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher52.5%
Graduate or Professional Degree21.3%

Housing

The median home value in Portland is $523,100, above the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $1,530. The homeownership rate is 53.3%.

$523,100
Median Home Value
$1,530/mo
Median Rent
53.3%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$523,100
Median Monthly Rent$1,530
Homeownership Rate53.3%
Vacancy Rate5.7%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Portland, Oregon?
The population of Portland, Oregon is 646,101 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Portland, Oregon?
The median household income in Portland, Oregon is $85,876. This is 14.3% above the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Portland, Oregon?
The median home value in Portland, Oregon is $523,100. The median monthly rent is $1,530.
What percentage of people in Portland have a college degree?
In Portland, Oregon, 52.5% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 93.4% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Portland, Oregon an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Portland, Oregon is 6.1x (median home value $523,100 vs. median income $85,876), making it relatively expensive by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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