Oregon

#27 in USWest

The Beaver State Ā· Oregon (OR) has a population of 4,233,358 people, making it the #27 most populous state in the United States. The capital is Salem and the largest city is Portland.

Population

4.2M

#27 of 51

Area

98,379 mi²

254,801 km²

Density

17/km²

43/mi²

Capital

Salem

Median Income

$80K

Above national avg

Unemployment

4.1%

National avg: 3.9%

Median Age

40.7

US Share

1.26%

of 335M total

Population Growth

2020 Census

4,237,256

2023 Estimate

4,233,358

Change

-3,898 (-0.1%)

Race & Ethnicity

White73.9%
Hispanic/Latino14.9%
Black2.1%
Asian4.6%
Two or More Races12.9%
American Indian/Alaska Native1.1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander0.4%
Other5.1%

Age Distribution

Under 1819.6%
18 to 6460.8%
65 and over19.6%

Economy & Education

Median Household Income
$80,160
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Unemployment Rate
4.1%
Bachelor's Degree+
37.7%

Largest Cities in Oregon

PortlandSalemEugeneGreshamHillsboro

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Oregon?

Oregon has a population of 4,233,358 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. It ranks #27 among all US states by population, representing 1.26% of the total US population.

What is the capital of Oregon?

The capital of Oregon is Salem. The largest cities include Portland, Salem, Eugene.

What is the median household income in Oregon?

The median household income in Oregon is $80,160, above the national average of $77,589.

How fast is Oregon growing?

Oregon has declined 0.1% since the 2020 Census, from 4,237,256 to 4,233,358.

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