Sherwood, Oregon Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Sherwood, Oregon is 20,227 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 33rd-largest city in Oregon. The median household income is $110,616, the median home value is $564,200, and the median age is 36.1.
The population has grown 11.1% since 2010 (18,393 → 20,441).
20,227
Population
4107
People / sq mi
$110,616
Median Income
$564,200
Median Home Value
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Sherwood covers 4.9 sq mi of land at 4107 people per square mile.
About Sherwood, OR
The poverty rate is what most separates Sherwood from the typical city: 2.1% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. Sherwood is a city in Oregon with a population of 20,227. It ranks #33 among cities in Oregon by population.
Households take in a median $110,616, comfortably above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the lowest of comparable US cities, at 2.1% — below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $564,200, with typical rent around $1,967.
About 49.5% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. Working from home is common here: 23.7% of workers do so, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 24 minutes each way.
Sherwood city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Sherwood city had a population of 18,393 in 2010 and 20,441 in 2024, a 11.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 20,452 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.76%.
20,441
Population (2024)
18,393
Population (2010)
20,452
Peak (2020)
0.76%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 18,393 |
| 2011 | 18,672 |
| 2012 | 18,843 |
| 2013 | 18,933 |
| 2014 | 19,021 |
| 2015 | 19,269 |
| 2016 | 19,535 |
| 2017 | 19,698 |
| 2018 | 19,761 |
| 2019 | 19,879 |
| 2020 | 20,452 |
| 2021 | 20,365 |
| 2022 | 20,088 |
| 2023 | 20,250 |
| 2024 | 20,441 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 80.2% |
| Black or African American | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$110,616
Median Household Income
$49,138
Per Capita Income
2.1%
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$564,200
Median Home Value
$1,967
Median Rent
73.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.3%
High School+
49.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.4%
Drive Alone
66.5%
Public Transit
23.7%
Work From Home
23.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
43.2%
Foreign Born
89.0%
Non-English at Home
6.4%
Veterans
10.1%
With Disability
98.3%
Health Insurance
99.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.1% |
| Manufacturing | 15.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.9% |
| Information | 8.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.7% |
| Retail Trade | 5.4% |
| Construction | 4.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.1% |
| Public Administration | 3.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sherwood, Oregon has a population of 20,227 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 33rd-largest city in Oregon.
The median household income in Sherwood, Oregon is $110,616, with 2.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Sherwood, Oregon is $564,200, with median monthly rent at $1,967 and a homeownership rate of 73.9%.
The median age in Sherwood, Oregon is 36.1 years. The population is 49.4% male and 50.6% female.
The population has grown 11.1% since 2010 (18,393 → 20,441).
Sherwood city, OR Climate
Sherwood city, OR has an average annual temperature of 11.2°C (52°F) and receives about 1099 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
11.2°C
Avg Temp
1099
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4° / 40° | 168 mm |
| February | 6° / 43° | 132 mm |
| March | 8° / 46° | 113 mm |
| April | 10° / 50° | 74 mm |
| May | 13° / 56° | 56 mm |
| June | 16° / 61° | 39 mm |
| July | 19° / 66° | 16 mm |
| August | 19° / 66° | 21 mm |
| September | 16° / 62° | 43 mm |
| October | 12° / 53° | 83 mm |
| November | 7° / 45° | 167 mm |
| December | 4° / 40° | 187 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 Sherwood city, OR
The most comfortable months to visit Sherwood city, OR are typically July, August and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 26°C high). The coldest is December (near 1°C low). December is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.