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Sandy, Oregon Population 2026

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

The population of Sandy, Oregon is 12,738 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 50th-largest city in Oregon. The median household income is $102,201, the median home value is $450,200, and the median age is 38.5.

The population has grown 34.5% since 2010 (9,655 → 12,990).

12,738

Population

3448

People / sq mi

$102,201

Median Income

$450,200

Median Home Value

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Sandy covers 3.7 sq mi of land at 3448 people per square mile.

About Sandy, OR

Homeownership is the standout figure in Sandy: 79.9% of homes are owner-occupied, higher than the national rate. Sandy is a city in Oregon with a population of 12,738. It ranks #50 among cities in Oregon by population.

Median household income is $102,201, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 8.1%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $450,200, with typical rent around $1,640.

Roughly 24.8% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. About 13.6% of the workforce is home-based, close to the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.

The ownership rate anchors the housing story in Sandy, and tends to move with the age structure and home-value figures above.

Sandy city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Sandy city had a population of 9,655 in 2010 and 12,990 in 2024, a 34.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,990 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.18%.

2024 · 13K20102024
Sandy city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

12,990

Population (2024)

9,655

Population (2010)

12,990

Peak (2024)

2.18%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
20109,655
20119,814
20129,910
201310,026
201410,287
201510,572
201610,934
201711,153
201811,305
201911,387
202012,661
202112,769
202212,941
202312,964
202412,990

Race & Ethnicity

White86.5%
Black or African American0.0%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)3.7%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$102,201

Median Household Income

$43,081

Per Capita Income

8.1%

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$450,200

Median Home Value

$1,640

Median Rent

79.9%

Owner-Occupied

Education

95.6%

High School+

24.8%

Bachelor's+

Commute

1.0%

Drive Alone

82.0%

Public Transit

13.6%

Work From Home

29.8 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

34.2%

Foreign Born

94.2%

Non-English at Home

8.7%

Veterans

12.8%

With Disability

94.9%

Health Insurance

99.0%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management21.4%
Manufacturing13.7%
Education, Health Care & Social Services10.2%
Public Administration7.3%
Retail Trade7.2%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate6.1%
Construction5.6%
Information4.8%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services2.9%
Transportation & Warehousing0.9%
Agriculture & Mining0.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Sandy, Oregon has a population of 12,738 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 50th-largest city in Oregon.

The median household income in Sandy, Oregon is $102,201, with 8.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Sandy, Oregon is $450,200, with median monthly rent at $1,640 and a homeownership rate of 79.9%.

The median age in Sandy, Oregon is 38.5 years. The population is 51.9% male and 48.1% female.

The population has grown 34.5% since 2010 (9,655 → 12,990).

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

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