Cornelius, Oregon Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Cornelius, Oregon is 13,700 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 48th-largest city in Oregon. The median household income is $90,071, the median home value is $419,000, and the median age is 35.4.
The population has grown 28.8% since 2010 (11,930 → 15,369).
13,700
Population
5855
People / sq mi
$90,071
Median Income
$419,000
Median Home Value
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Cornelius covers 2.3 sq mi of land at 5855 people per square mile.
About Cornelius, OR
Cornelius is defined demographically by education — 15.2% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. Cornelius is a city in Oregon with a population of 13,700. It ranks #48 among cities in Oregon by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $90,071 — above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 7.5%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $419,000, with typical rent around $1,475.
Four-year-degree attainment is near the bottom of the range for US cities, 15.2%, below the national 35.0%. Around 8.5% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
Cornelius city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Cornelius city had a population of 11,930 in 2010 and 15,369 in 2024, a 28.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 15,369 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.85%.
15,369
Population (2024)
11,930
Population (2010)
15,369
Peak (2024)
1.85%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,930 |
| 2011 | 12,096 |
| 2012 | 12,189 |
| 2013 | 12,230 |
| 2014 | 12,432 |
| 2015 | 12,494 |
| 2016 | 12,591 |
| 2017 | 12,567 |
| 2018 | 12,690 |
| 2019 | 12,822 |
| 2020 | 12,813 |
| 2021 | 13,499 |
| 2022 | 14,444 |
| 2023 | 15,108 |
| 2024 | 15,369 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 54.1% |
| Black or African American | 0.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 8.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$90,071
Median Household Income
$36,142
Per Capita Income
7.5%
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$419,000
Median Home Value
$1,475
Median Rent
72.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
76.9%
High School+
15.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
5.7%
Drive Alone
70.1%
Public Transit
8.5%
Work From Home
30.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
24.7%
Foreign Born
51.7%
Non-English at Home
7.7%
Veterans
14.6%
With Disability
89.8%
Health Insurance
99.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Manufacturing | 19.8% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 16.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.3% |
| Construction | 6.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.9% |
| Retail Trade | 4.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 4.6% |
| Public Administration | 4.2% |
| Information | 2.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cornelius, Oregon has a population of 13,700 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 48th-largest city in Oregon.
The median household income in Cornelius, Oregon is $90,071, with 7.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Cornelius, Oregon is $419,000, with median monthly rent at $1,475 and a homeownership rate of 72.1%.
The median age in Cornelius, Oregon is 35.4 years. The population is 47.3% male and 52.7% female.
The population has grown 28.8% since 2010 (11,930 → 15,369).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.