Molalla, Oregon Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Molalla, Oregon is 10,168 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 66th-largest city in Oregon. The median household income is $83,996, the median home value is $416,900, and the median age is 32.5.
The population has grown 18.8% since 2010 (8,530 → 10,134).
10,168
Population
4056
People / sq mi
$83,996
Median Income
$416,900
Median Home Value
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Molalla covers 2.5 sq mi of land at 4056 people per square mile.
About Molalla, OR
Molalla skews on age — the median resident is 32.5, younger than the national median. Molalla is a city in Oregon with a population of 10,168.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $83,996 — above the US median of $78,538. About 4.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $416,900, with typical rent around $1,496.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 18.0%, below the national 35.0%. About 13.9% of the workforce is home-based, close to the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 33 minutes each way.
Molalla city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Molalla city had a population of 8,530 in 2010 and 10,134 in 2024, a 18.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 10,232 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 1.27%.
10,134
Population (2024)
8,530
Population (2010)
10,232
Peak (2020)
1.27%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8,530 |
| 2011 | 8,596 |
| 2012 | 8,655 |
| 2013 | 8,723 |
| 2014 | 8,880 |
| 2015 | 8,997 |
| 2016 | 9,119 |
| 2017 | 9,195 |
| 2018 | 9,218 |
| 2019 | 9,265 |
| 2020 | 10,232 |
| 2021 | 10,217 |
| 2022 | 10,182 |
| 2023 | 10,142 |
| 2024 | 10,134 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 93.9% |
| Black or African American | 0.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$83,996
Median Household Income
$36,114
Per Capita Income
4.9%
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$416,900
Median Home Value
$1,496
Median Rent
64.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.0%
High School+
18.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
73.5%
Public Transit
13.9%
Work From Home
33.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
25.8%
Foreign Born
91.6%
Non-English at Home
6.5%
Veterans
15.3%
With Disability
95.2%
Health Insurance
97.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.5% |
| Manufacturing | 12.8% |
| Construction | 11.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 6.9% |
| Information | 6.4% |
| Public Administration | 5.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.0% |
| Retail Trade | 3.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Molalla, Oregon has a population of 10,168 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 66th-largest city in Oregon.
The median household income in Molalla, Oregon is $83,996, with 4.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Molalla, Oregon is $416,900, with median monthly rent at $1,496 and a homeownership rate of 64.7%.
The median age in Molalla, Oregon is 32.5 years. The population is 47.4% male and 52.6% female.
The population has grown 18.8% since 2010 (8,530 → 10,134).
Molalla city, OR Climate
Molalla city, OR has an average annual temperature of 11.4°C (53°F) and receives about 1254 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
11.4°C
Avg Temp
1254
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4° / 40° | 184 mm |
| February | 6° / 43° | 140 mm |
| March | 8° / 47° | 132 mm |
| April | 10° / 50° | 92 mm |
| May | 13° / 56° | 71 mm |
| June | 16° / 61° | 50 mm |
| July | 19° / 66° | 19 mm |
| August | 19° / 67° | 26 mm |
| September | 17° / 62° | 54 mm |
| October | 12° / 53° | 95 mm |
| November | 7° / 45° | 188 mm |
| December | 4° / 40° | 203 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Molalla city, OR
The most comfortable months to visit Molalla city, OR are typically July, August and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 27°C high). The coldest is December (near 1°C low). December is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.