Bend, Oregon Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Bend, Oregon is 101,472 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 6th-largest city in Oregon. The median household income is $88,792, the median home value is $646,800, and the median age is 40.3.
The population has grown 39.5% since 2010 (76,663 → 106,926).
101,472
Population
2886
People / sq mi
$88,792
Median Income
$646,800
Median Home Value
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Bend covers 35.2 sq mi of land at 2886 people per square mile.
About Bend, OR
Bend is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 58.8% of the population. Bend is a city in Oregon with a population of 101,472. That makes it one of the ten largest cities in Oregon in the country, at #6 by population.
The typical household here earns about $88,792, above the US median of $78,538. About 5.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $646,800, with typical rent around $1,767.
About 51.1% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. About 22.4% of workers primarily work from 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 Bend, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Bend city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Bend city had a population of 76,663 in 2010 and 106,926 in 2024, a 39.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 106,926 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.42%.
106,926
Population (2024)
76,663
Population (2010)
106,926
Peak (2024)
2.42%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 76,663 |
| 2011 | 77,575 |
| 2012 | 78,617 |
| 2013 | 80,906 |
| 2014 | 83,526 |
| 2015 | 86,277 |
| 2016 | 90,665 |
| 2017 | 94,557 |
| 2018 | 97,620 |
| 2019 | 100,421 |
| 2020 | 99,687 |
| 2021 | 102,412 |
| 2022 | 103,208 |
| 2023 | 104,707 |
| 2024 | 106,926 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 88.0% |
| Black or African American | 0.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$88,792
Median Household Income
$54,887
Per Capita Income
5.7%
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$646,800
Median Home Value
$1,767
Median Rent
62.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.2%
High School+
51.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.2%
Drive Alone
63.8%
Public Transit
22.4%
Work From Home
16.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
58.8%
Foreign Born
92.3%
Non-English at Home
6.0%
Veterans
10.3%
With Disability
93.2%
Health Insurance
97.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 15.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.2% |
| Manufacturing | 7.7% |
| Information | 6.6% |
| Construction | 6.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.8% |
| Public Administration | 3.1% |
| Retail Trade | 2.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bend, Oregon has a population of 101,472 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 6th-largest city in Oregon.
The median household income in Bend, Oregon is $88,792, with 5.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Bend, Oregon is $646,800, with median monthly rent at $1,767 and a homeownership rate of 62.1%.
The median age in Bend, Oregon is 40.3 years. The population is 50.2% male and 49.8% female.
The population has grown 39.5% since 2010 (76,663 → 106,926).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.