Altamont, Oregon Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Altamont, Oregon is 19,844 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 34th-largest city in Oregon. The median household income is $56,236, the median home value is $222,600, and the median age is 36.5.
19,844
Population
2462
People / sq mi
$56,236
Median Income
$222,600
Median Home Value
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Altamont covers 8.1 sq mi of land at 2462 people per square mile.
About Altamont, OR
Educational attainment is the headline number in Altamont: 19.7% of adults 25 and older have a four-year degree. Altamont is a city in Oregon with a population of 19,844. It ranks #34 among cities in Oregon by population.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $56,236, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 12.4%, close to the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $222,600, with typical rent around $998.
College attainment is 19.7%, below the national 35.0%. Just 8.1% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 15 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 75.8% |
| Black or African American | 1.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 6.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$56,236
Median Household Income
$28,379
Per Capita Income
12.4%
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$222,600
Median Home Value
$998
Median Rent
68.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
89.4%
High School+
19.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.3%
Drive Alone
82.2%
Public Transit
8.1%
Work From Home
14.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
40.8%
Foreign Born
91.0%
Non-English at Home
8.2%
Veterans
16.9%
With Disability
92.1%
Health Insurance
94.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.5% |
| Manufacturing | 8.9% |
| Construction | 7.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.0% |
| Public Administration | 6.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 6.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.4% |
| Retail Trade | 5.9% |
| Information | 2.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Altamont, Oregon has a population of 19,844 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 34th-largest city in Oregon.
The median household income in Altamont, Oregon is $56,236, with 12.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Altamont, Oregon is $222,600, with median monthly rent at $998 and a homeownership rate of 68.8%.
The median age in Altamont, Oregon is 36.5 years. The population is 47.9% male and 52.1% female.
Altamont Cdp, OR Climate
Altamont Cdp, OR has an average annual temperature of 8.1°C (47°F) and receives about 396 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
8.1°C
Avg Temp
396
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -1° / 30° | 55 mm |
| February | 1° / 35° | 39 mm |
| March | 3° / 38° | 45 mm |
| April | 6° / 43° | 26 mm |
| May | 10° / 50° | 28 mm |
| June | 14° / 58° | 21 mm |
| July | 18° / 65° | 9 mm |
| August | 19° / 65° | 15 mm |
| September | 15° / 58° | 16 mm |
| October | 10° / 49° | 29 mm |
| November | 3° / 37° | 56 mm |
| December | -1° / 30° | 57 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Altamont Cdp, OR
The most comfortable months to visit Altamont Cdp, OR are typically July, August and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -6°C low). December is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.