Josephine County, Oregon Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 13th-largest in Oregon
The population of Josephine County, Oregon is 88,069 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 13th-largest county in Oregon. The median household income is $59,097, the median home value is $383,100, and the median age is 47.5.
The population of Josephine County has grown 6.5% since 2010 (82,880 → 88,276), a +0.45% annualized rate.
88,069
Population
+0.45%
Annual growth
54
People / sq mi
$59,097
Median Income
$383,100
Median Home Value
Josephine County covers 1,639 sq mi of land at 53.7 people per square mile.
About Josephine County, OR
Josephine County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 58.1% of the population. With 88,069 residents, Josephine County is a county in Oregon. It ranks #13 among counties in Oregon by population.
Median household income is $59,097, below the US median of $78,538. About 10.8% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Home prices are steep, with the typical property valued at $383,100, with typical rent around $1,157.
Roughly 19.7% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. A solid 11.2% of workers are based at home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Josephine County, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Josephine County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Josephine County had a population of 82,880 in 2010 and 88,276 in 2024, a 6.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 88,599 in 2021. Average annual growth rate: 0.45%.
88,276
Population (2024)
82,880
Population (2010)
88,599
Peak (2021)
0.45%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 82,880 |
| 2011 | 82,722 |
| 2012 | 82,789 |
| 2013 | 83,175 |
| 2014 | 83,435 |
| 2015 | 84,606 |
| 2016 | 85,599 |
| 2017 | 86,732 |
| 2018 | 87,418 |
| 2019 | 87,679 |
| 2020 | 88,228 |
| 2021 | 88,599 |
| 2022 | 87,786 |
| 2023 | 88,001 |
| 2024 | 88,276 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 87.3% |
| Black or African American | 0.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Age & Sex
47.5
Median Age
51.3%
Female
48.7%
Male
26.8%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 16.0% · Seniors (65+): 26.8%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $59,097$-21,329 vs state |
| Mean household income | $83,119 |
| Per-capita income | $34,176 |
| Poverty rate | 10.8%+3.5% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.9% |
| Employment-to-population | 45.8% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Josephine County is professional & business services, accounting for 23.9% of workers.
How residents commute
0.5%
Drive alone
2.1%
Carpool
73.9%
Public transit
11.2%
Work from home
20.8 min
Avg commute
Housing
$383,100$-71,100 vs state
Median home value
$1,157
Median rent
71.7%
Homeownership rate
39,217
Total housing units
92.7%
Occupied
7.3%
Vacant
28.3%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
92.1%
With health insurance
94.6%
With broadband internet
58.1%
Foreign-born
11.7%
Veterans (18+)
20.7%
With a disability
95.0%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
90.2%
High School+
19.7%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Josephine County, Oregon has a population of 88,069 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 13th-largest county in Oregon. Population density is 54 people per square mile.
The population of Josephine County has grown 6.5% since 2010 (82,880 → 88,276), a +0.45% annualized rate.
The median household income in Josephine County, Oregon is $59,097, with mean (average) household income of $83,119 and per-capita income of $34,176. 10.8% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Josephine County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (87.3%), Hispanic or Latino (4.3%), Black or African American (0.6%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Josephine County, Oregon is 47.5 years. Residents are 51.3% female and 48.7% male.
The median home value in Josephine County is $383,100 and median monthly rent is $1,157. 71.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 39,217 total housing units, 7.3% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Josephine County, Oregon is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 23.9% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.9%.
Portland is among the largest cities associated with Josephine County, Oregon, with a population of 642,715.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.