The Dalles, Oregon Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of The Dalles, Oregon is 15,973 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 45th-largest city in Oregon. The median household income is $62,830, the median home value is $318,400, and the median age is 38.5.
The population has grown 6.0% since 2010 (14,991 → 15,884).
15,973
Population
2389
People / sq mi
$62,830
Median Income
$318,400
Median Home Value
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The Dalles covers 6.7 sq mi of land at 2389 people per square mile.
About The Dalles, OR
Remote work is unusually rare in The Dalles: 6.1% of workers primarily work from home, below the 14.0% national rate. With 15,973 residents, The Dalles is a city in Oregon. It ranks #45 among cities in Oregon by population.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $62,830, below the US median of $78,538. Only 4.4% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $318,400, with typical rent around $956.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 22.3% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 6.1% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 16 minutes each way.
The Dalles city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of The Dalles city had a population of 14,991 in 2010 and 15,884 in 2024, a 6.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 16,021 in 2021. Average annual growth rate: 0.42%.
15,884
Population (2024)
14,991
Population (2010)
16,021
Peak (2021)
0.42%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 14,991 |
| 2011 | 14,949 |
| 2012 | 15,038 |
| 2013 | 15,006 |
| 2014 | 14,969 |
| 2015 | 15,078 |
| 2016 | 15,263 |
| 2017 | 15,557 |
| 2018 | 15,626 |
| 2019 | 15,761 |
| 2020 | 15,981 |
| 2021 | 16,021 |
| 2022 | 15,902 |
| 2023 | 15,808 |
| 2024 | 15,884 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 80.1% |
| Black or African American | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$62,830
Median Household Income
$38,499
Per Capita Income
4.4%
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$318,400
Median Home Value
$956
Median Rent
62.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
85.8%
High School+
22.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.3%
Drive Alone
82.4%
Public Transit
6.1%
Work From Home
15.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
37.1%
Foreign Born
80.5%
Non-English at Home
9.2%
Veterans
18.0%
With Disability
89.1%
Health Insurance
95.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 12.4% |
| Manufacturing | 9.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.0% |
| Public Administration | 7.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.6% |
| Construction | 5.3% |
| Retail Trade | 4.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 4.3% |
| Information | 3.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Dalles, Oregon has a population of 15,973 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 45th-largest city in Oregon.
The median household income in The Dalles, Oregon is $62,830, with 4.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in The Dalles, Oregon is $318,400, with median monthly rent at $956 and a homeownership rate of 62.8%.
The median age in The Dalles, Oregon is 38.5 years. The population is 48.4% male and 51.6% female.
The population has grown 6.0% since 2010 (14,991 → 15,884).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.