Happy Valley, Oregon Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Happy Valley, Oregon is 25,572 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 27th-largest city in Oregon. The median household income is $120,324, the median home value is $671,800, and the median age is 39.7.
The population has grown 89.1% since 2010 (15,316 → 28,969).
25,572
Population
2148
People / sq mi
$120,324
Median Income
$671,800
Median Home Value
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Happy Valley covers 11.9 sq mi of land at 2148 people per square mile.
About Happy Valley, OR
In Happy Valley, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $671,800. With 25,572 residents, Happy Valley is a city in Oregon. It ranks #27 among cities in Oregon by population.
The typical household earns $120,324 a year, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 3.8%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $671,800, with typical rent around $2,025.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 46.4% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 21.2%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Happy Valley — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Happy Valley city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Happy Valley city had a population of 15,316 in 2010 and 28,969 in 2024, a 89.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 28,969 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 4.68%.
28,969
Population (2024)
15,316
Population (2010)
28,969
Peak (2024)
4.68%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,316 |
| 2011 | 15,563 |
| 2012 | 16,026 |
| 2013 | 16,605 |
| 2014 | 17,587 |
| 2015 | 18,723 |
| 2016 | 19,861 |
| 2017 | 21,556 |
| 2018 | 22,165 |
| 2019 | 22,553 |
| 2020 | 24,098 |
| 2021 | 25,741 |
| 2022 | 26,483 |
| 2023 | 28,495 |
| 2024 | 28,969 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 64.1% |
| Black or African American | 2.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.3% |
Economy & Income
$120,324
Median Household Income
$54,342
Per Capita Income
3.8%
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$671,800
Median Home Value
$2,025
Median Rent
82.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.7%
High School+
46.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.2%
Drive Alone
67.0%
Public Transit
21.2%
Work From Home
28.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
35.0%
Foreign Born
79.6%
Non-English at Home
5.9%
Veterans
8.8%
With Disability
96.3%
Health Insurance
97.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.9% |
| Information | 9.9% |
| Manufacturing | 9.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.8% |
| Construction | 5.6% |
| Retail Trade | 5.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.6% |
| Public Administration | 3.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Happy Valley, Oregon has a population of 25,572 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 27th-largest city in Oregon.
The median household income in Happy Valley, Oregon is $120,324, with 3.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Happy Valley, Oregon is $671,800, with median monthly rent at $2,025 and a homeownership rate of 82.0%.
The median age in Happy Valley, Oregon is 39.7 years. The population is 49.1% male and 50.9% female.
The population has grown 89.1% since 2010 (15,316 → 28,969).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.