Portland, OR
PORTLAND, OREGON: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 12.6.20)
AGE IN PORTLAND, OREGON
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 37,219 | 5.7% |
| 25 to 29 years | 62,992 | 9.7% |
| 30 to 34 years | 64,387 | 9.9% |
| 35 to 39 years | 60,943 | 9.3% |
| 40 to 44 years | 50,874 | 7.8% |
| 45 to 49 years | 47,454 | 7.3% |
| 50 to 54 years | 39,660 | 6.1% |
| 55 to 59 years | 38,585 | 5.9% |
| 60 to 64 years | 34,251 | 5.2% |
| 65 to 69 years | 32,648 | 5.0% |
| 70 to 74 years | 22,975 | 3.5% |
| 75 to 79 years | 14,254 | 2.2% |
| 80 to 84 years | 8,500 | 1.3% |
| 85+ years | 8,752 | 1.3% |
The median age in Portland is 37.6 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN PORTLAND, OREGON
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 503,158 | 77.1% |
| Black or African American | 40,763 | 6.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 6,184 | 0.9% |
| Asian | 58,246 | 8.9% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 4,657 | 0.7% |
| Other | 8,613 | 1.3% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN PORTLAND, OREGON
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 14,736 | 3.0% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 17,120 | 3.5% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 73,331 | 15.0% |
| Some college, no degree | 93,080 | 19.1% |
| Associate’s degree | 31,866 | 6.5% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 153,312 | 31.4% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 104,486 | 21.4% |
| High school graduate or higher | 456,075 | 93.5% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 257,798 | 52.8% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 230,133 | 47.2% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN PORTLAND, OREGON
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 7.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 11.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 16.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 16.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 6.9% |
| $200,000 or more | 8.5% |
Median household income: $65,740
Mean household income: $90,382
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN PORTLAND, OREGON
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $23,994 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $28,715 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $31,732 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $48,126 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $67,828 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN PORTLAND, OREGON
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 555,550 | NA |
| Never married | 236,730 | 42.6% |
| Now married (except separated) | 220,417 | 39.7% |
| Separated | 7,192 | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 20,520 | 3.7% |
| Divorced | 70,691 | 12.7% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN PORTLAND, OREGON
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 93,298 | 14.9% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN PORTLAND, OREGON
| Owner-occupied housing units | 140,318 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 124,110 |
| Single-family detached units | 155,171 |
| Homeownership rate | 53.1% |
| Vacancy rate | 6.3% |
| Renters rate | 46.9% |
| Average housing value | $426,405 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with/ mortgage) | $1,546 |
| Average rent | $1,147 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN PORTLAND, OREGON
| Average income | $90,382 |
| Average household size | 2.36 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 70.2% |
| Percent disabled | 12.4% |
| Percent with health coverage | 93.1% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 26.3 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 12.6% |
| Percent veterans | 5.5% |
| Percent foreign born | 13.9% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 2.4% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN PORTLAND, OREGON
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $81,264.75 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $670.42 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $386.89 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $118.26 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $62.89 |
| Apparel & services | $2,385.47 |
| Men’s apparel | $468.13 |
| Women’s apparel | $802.40 |
| Children’s apparel | $346.55 |
| Boys’ apparel | $117.17 |
| Girls’ apparel | $129.20 |
| Footwear | $541.56 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $4,088.58 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $418.22 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $1,252.50 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,916.44 |
| Education | $1,767.54 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $3,477.96 |
| Club membership fees | $268.29 |
| Dating services | $0.98 |
| Pet food | $264.69 |
| Pet services | $70.96 |
| Food consumed at home | $5,617.23 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $734.23 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $577.88 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $1,119.65 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $1,244.06 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $541.64 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,941.41 |
| Health care | $6,078.35 |
| Medical services | $1,134.54 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $148.39 |
| Household Services | $2,215.47 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $75.18 |
| Lawn and garden services | $450.47 |
| Housekeeping services | $192.18 |
| PC repair | $7.45 |
| Housing | $26,107.62 |
| Home improvements | $2,601.05 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $5,082.41 |
| Phone services | $1,897.96 |
| Water | $731.51 |
| Life and other insurance | $446.08 |
| Pensions and social security | $8,815.91 |
| Personal care products and services | $965.33 |
| Hair care products | $117.83 |
| Personal care products | $416.07 |
| Local transportation | $9,077.36 |
| Gasoline | $2,361.52 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $1,260.20 |
| Travel | $2,429.57 |
| Airline fares | $619.40 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $29.77 |
| Lodging on trips | $652.39 |
| Food and drink on trips | $587.21 |
| Entertainment on trips | $201.95 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN MULTNOMAH COUNTY (home to PORTLAND, OREGON)
| % with any debt in collections | 22% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,386 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 9% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $568 |
| % with student loan debt | 21% |
| Average student loan debt | $22,979 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $203 |
| % with auto debt | 24% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN PORTLAND, OREGON
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 14,735 | 3.9% |
| February 2019 | 14,113 | 3.8% |
| March 2019 | 14,170 | 3.8% |
| April 2019 | 12,257 | 3.3% |
| May 2019 | 11,417 | 3.1% |
| June 2019 | 13,117 | 3.5% |
| July 2019 | 13,049 | 3.5% |
| August 2019 | 12,835 | 3.4% |
| September 2019 | 10,289 | 2.7% |
| October 2019 | 10,259 | 2.7% |
| November 2019 | 9,766 | 2.6% |
| December 2019 | 9,395 | 2.5% |
| January 2020 | 11,891 | 3.2% |
| February 2020 | 11,960 | 3.2% |
| March 2020 | 12,920 | 3.4% |
| April 2020 | 62,075 | 16.2% |
| May 2020 | 61,463 | 15.9% |
| June 2020 | 56,897 | 14.3% |
| July 2020 | 49,931 | 13.1% |
| August 2020 | 40,786 | 10.7% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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