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Population Review

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

Milwaukie covers 5.0 sq mi of land at 4260 people per square mile.

About Milwaukie, OR

Milwaukie is a city in Oregon with a population of 21,256. It ranks #32 among cities in Oregon by population. The median age is 39.9, in line with the national median. The population is 49.1% male and 50.9% female.

The median household income in Milwaukie is $82,422, above the US median of $74,580. 2.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $477,200, with monthly rent averaging $1,499. The homeownership rate of 60.1% is lower than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Milwaukie reflects 40.9% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 22.3% of workers primarily work from home, noticeably above the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 25.1 minutes each way.

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%.

2023 · 22K20102024

21,620

Population (2024)

20,543

Population (2010)

21,651

Peak (2023)

0.37%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201020,543
201120,610
201220,646
201320,648
201420,765
201520,894
201621,041
201721,068
201821,023
201920,990
202021,172
202121,061
202221,386
202321,651
202421,620

Race & Ethnicity

White78.8%
Black or African American1.8%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)5.6%
Two or More Races0.2%

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 & Management22.2%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate14.2%
Manufacturing9.6%
Information8.5%
Construction8.0%
Education, Health Care & Social Services7.2%
Public Administration7.2%
Retail Trade4.4%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services4.2%
Agriculture & Mining0.9%
Transportation & Warehousing0.4%

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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).

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

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