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Eugene, Oregon Population 2026

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

The population of Eugene, Oregon is 177,520 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 2nd-largest city in Oregon. The median household income is $63,836, the median home value is $435,400, and the median age is 35.4.

The population has grown 14.2% since 2010 (156,527 → 178,786).

177,520

Population

3990

People / sq mi

$63,836

Median Income

$435,400

Median Home Value

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Eugene covers 44.5 sq mi of land at 3990 people per square mile.

About Eugene, OR

Eugene is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 51.2% of the population. With 177,520 residents, Eugene is a city in Oregon. It is the #2-largest of all cities in Oregon nationally.

The typical household earns $63,836, below the US median of $78,538. About 7.8% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $435,400, with typical rent around $1,347.

Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 44.2% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. About 15.3% of the workforce is home-based, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.

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

Eugene city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Eugene city had a population of 156,527 in 2010 and 178,786 in 2024, a 14.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 182,053 in 2022. Average annual growth rate: 0.96%.

2022 · 182K20102024
Eugene city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

178,786

Population (2024)

156,527

Population (2010)

182,053

Peak (2022)

0.96%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
2010156,527
2011157,424
2012158,238
2013158,441
2014160,260
2015162,910
2016165,927
2017169,391
2018170,701
2019172,622
2020178,436
2021180,086
2022182,053
2023178,686
2024178,786

Race & Ethnicity

White78.9%
Black or African American1.8%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)3.3%
Two or More Races0.2%

Economy & Income

$63,836

Median Household Income

$41,035

Per Capita Income

7.8%

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$435,400

Median Home Value

$1,347

Median Rent

47.6%

Owner-Occupied

Education

94.8%

High School+

44.2%

Bachelor's+

Commute

2.7%

Drive Alone

63.0%

Public Transit

15.3%

Work From Home

18.6 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

51.2%

Foreign Born

88.8%

Non-English at Home

6.1%

Veterans

15.1%

With Disability

94.5%

Health Insurance

97.4%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management31.7%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate11.8%
Education, Health Care & Social Services10.6%
Manufacturing9.0%
Information4.8%
Construction4.4%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services4.1%
Public Administration3.4%
Retail Trade3.1%
Agriculture & Mining1.6%
Transportation & Warehousing1.2%

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Common questions about Eugene, OR

Frequently Asked Questions

Eugene, Oregon has a population of 177,520 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 2nd-largest city in Oregon.

The median household income in Eugene, Oregon is $63,836, with 7.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Eugene, Oregon is $435,400, with median monthly rent at $1,347 and a homeownership rate of 47.6%.

The median age in Eugene, Oregon is 35.4 years. The population is 49.1% male and 50.9% female.

The population has grown 14.2% since 2010 (156,527 → 178,786).

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

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