Skip to main content
Population Review

Cottage Grove, Oregon Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Cottage Grove, Oregon is 10,630 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 59th-largest city in Oregon. The median household income is $64,133, the median home value is $318,800, and the median age is 39.3.

The population has grown 10.4% since 2010 (9,686 → 10,690).

10,630

Population

2739

People / sq mi

$64,133

Median Income

$318,800

Median Home Value

Get Cottage Grove's next ACS population data

Subscribe for Population Review updates by email. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

Cottage Grove covers 3.9 sq mi of land at 2739 people per square mile.

About Cottage Grove, OR

Cottage Grove is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 43.5% of the population. Cottage Grove is a city in Oregon with a population of 10,630.

Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $64,133, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 11.6% of residents fall below the poverty line, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $318,800, with typical rent around $1,031.

Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 20.7% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 8.3%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.

The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Cottage Grove, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.

Cottage Grove city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Cottage Grove city had a population of 9,686 in 2010 and 10,690 in 2024, a 10.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 10,775 in 2022. Average annual growth rate: 0.71%.

2022 · 11K20102024
Cottage Grove city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

10,690

Population (2024)

9,686

Population (2010)

10,775

Peak (2022)

0.71%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
20109,686
20119,757
20129,772
20139,767
20149,822
20159,890
201610,053
201710,176
201810,369
201910,465
202010,642
202110,673
202210,775
202310,711
202410,690

Race & Ethnicity

White80.1%
Black or African American0.2%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)7.6%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$64,133

Median Household Income

$31,603

Per Capita Income

11.6%

Poverty Rate

3.9%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$318,800

Median Home Value

$1,031

Median Rent

57.0%

Owner-Occupied

Education

91.9%

High School+

20.7%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.4%

Drive Alone

74.7%

Public Transit

8.3%

Work From Home

21.5 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

43.5%

Foreign Born

93.6%

Non-English at Home

5.6%

Veterans

19.4%

With Disability

89.7%

Health Insurance

97.3%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management24.3%
Construction10.6%
Manufacturing9.3%
Education, Health Care & Social Services9.2%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate8.8%
Public Administration5.0%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services4.6%
Information4.6%
Retail Trade1.9%
Agriculture & Mining1.8%
Transportation & Warehousing1.1%

Largest cities in Oregon

Largest counties in Oregon

Part of Oregon

Metro areas in Oregon

City rankings

Frequently Asked Questions

Cottage Grove, Oregon has a population of 10,630 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 59th-largest city in Oregon.

The median household income in Cottage Grove, Oregon is $64,133, with 11.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Cottage Grove, Oregon is $318,800, with median monthly rent at $1,031 and a homeownership rate of 57.0%.

The median age in Cottage Grove, Oregon is 39.3 years. The population is 51.9% male and 48.1% female.

The population has grown 10.4% since 2010 (9,686 → 10,690).

Where to stay in Cottage Grove

Visiting or relocating to Cottage Grove, OR? Compare hotels and short-term rentals across the metro — live availability and prices.

Availability and prices from Stay22 partners (Booking.com, Vrbo, Expedia). We may earn a commission from bookings, at no extra cost to you.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.