Ashland, Oregon Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Ashland, Oregon is 21,343 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 31st-largest city in Oregon. The median household income is $71,782, the median home value is $573,700, and the median age is 47.7.
The population has grown 4.3% since 2010 (20,081 → 20,935).
21,343
Population
3216
People / sq mi
$71,782
Median Income
$573,700
Median Home Value
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Ashland covers 6.6 sq mi of land at 3216 people per square mile.
About Ashland, OR
Ashland is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 67.5% of the population. Ashland is a city in Oregon with a population of 21,343. It ranks #31 among cities in Oregon by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $71,782 — below the US median of $78,538. About 7.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $573,700, with typical rent around $1,367.
The population is unusually well-credentialed for US cities — 65.0% of adults have a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. A solid 21.1% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 17 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Ashland, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Ashland city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Ashland city had a population of 20,081 in 2010 and 20,935 in 2024, a 4.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 21,514 in 2021. Average annual growth rate: 0.30%.
20,935
Population (2024)
20,081
Population (2010)
21,514
Peak (2021)
0.30%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 20,081 |
| 2011 | 20,281 |
| 2012 | 20,369 |
| 2013 | 20,353 |
| 2014 | 20,582 |
| 2015 | 20,687 |
| 2016 | 20,907 |
| 2017 | 21,082 |
| 2018 | 21,266 |
| 2019 | 21,281 |
| 2020 | 21,356 |
| 2021 | 21,514 |
| 2022 | 21,449 |
| 2023 | 21,020 |
| 2024 | 20,935 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 85.7% |
| Black or African American | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.2% |
Economy & Income
$71,782
Median Household Income
$48,270
Per Capita Income
7.1%
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$573,700
Median Home Value
$1,367
Median Rent
50.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.9%
High School+
65.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.0%
Drive Alone
59.0%
Public Transit
21.1%
Work From Home
16.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
67.5%
Foreign Born
91.7%
Non-English at Home
5.6%
Veterans
11.5%
With Disability
94.2%
Health Insurance
97.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 30.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 17.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 5.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.5% |
| Manufacturing | 4.8% |
| Public Administration | 3.2% |
| Information | 2.9% |
| Construction | 2.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.2% |
| Retail Trade | 1.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ashland, Oregon has a population of 21,343 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 31st-largest city in Oregon.
The median household income in Ashland, Oregon is $71,782, with 7.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Ashland, Oregon is $573,700, with median monthly rent at $1,367 and a homeownership rate of 50.6%.
The median age in Ashland, Oregon is 47.7 years. The population is 48.2% male and 51.8% female.
The population has grown 4.3% since 2010 (20,081 → 20,935).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.