Milwaukie, Oregon Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Milwaukie, Oregon is 21,256 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 32nd-largest city in Oregon. The median household income is $82,422, the median home value is $477,200, and the median age is 39.9.
The population has grown 5.2% since 2010 (20,543 → 21,620).
21,256
Population
4260
People / sq mi
$82,422
Median Income
$477,200
Median Home Value
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Milwaukie covers 5.0 sq mi of land at 4260 people per square mile.
About Milwaukie, OR
Remote work is unusually prominent in Milwaukie: 22.3% of workers primarily work from home, above the 14.0% national rate. Milwaukie is a city in Oregon with a population of 21,256. It ranks #32 among cities in Oregon by population.
The typical household here earns about $82,422, near the US median of $78,538. Only 2.7% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $477,200, with typical rent around $1,499.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 40.9% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. About 22.3% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
The remote-work concentration is telling in Milwaukie — it skews toward higher-income, college-educated workers and reshapes both commute patterns and housing demand.
Milwaukie city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Milwaukie city had a population of 20,543 in 2010 and 21,620 in 2024, a 5.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 21,651 in 2023. Average annual growth rate: 0.37%.
21,620
Population (2024)
20,543
Population (2010)
21,651
Peak (2023)
0.37%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 20,543 |
| 2011 | 20,610 |
| 2012 | 20,646 |
| 2013 | 20,648 |
| 2014 | 20,765 |
| 2015 | 20,894 |
| 2016 | 21,041 |
| 2017 | 21,068 |
| 2018 | 21,023 |
| 2019 | 20,990 |
| 2020 | 21,172 |
| 2021 | 21,061 |
| 2022 | 21,386 |
| 2023 | 21,651 |
| 2024 | 21,620 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 78.8% |
| Black or African American | 1.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 5.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.2% |
Economy & Income
$82,422
Median Household Income
$47,031
Per Capita Income
2.7%
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$477,200
Median Home Value
$1,499
Median Rent
60.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.5%
High School+
40.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.4%
Drive Alone
63.2%
Public Transit
22.3%
Work From Home
25.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
40.5%
Foreign Born
91.9%
Non-English at Home
7.8%
Veterans
14.2%
With Disability
94.3%
Health Insurance
97.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 14.2% |
| Manufacturing | 9.6% |
| Information | 8.5% |
| Construction | 8.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.2% |
| Public Administration | 7.2% |
| Retail Trade | 4.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Milwaukie, Oregon has a population of 21,256 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 32nd-largest city in Oregon.
The median household income in Milwaukie, Oregon is $82,422, with 2.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Milwaukie, Oregon is $477,200, with median monthly rent at $1,499 and a homeownership rate of 60.1%.
The median age in Milwaukie, Oregon is 39.9 years. The population is 49.1% male and 50.9% female.
The population has grown 5.2% since 2010 (20,543 → 21,620).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.