Lake County, Oregon Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 30th-largest in Oregon
The population of Lake County, Oregon is 8,254 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 30th-largest county in Oregon. The median household income is $61,222, the median home value is $219,400, and the median age is 45.9.
The population of Lake County has grown 4.1% since 2010 (7,875 → 8,194), a +0.28% annualized rate.
8,254
Population
+0.28%
Annual growth
1
People / sq mi
$61,222
Median Income
$219,400
Median Home Value
Lake County covers 8,139 sq mi of land at 1.0 people per square mile.
About Lake County, OR
What distinguishes Lake County is density: among the most sparsely settled of US counties, around 1 people per square mile. With 8,254 residents, Lake County is a county in Oregon. It ranks #30 among counties in Oregon by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $61,222 — below the US median of $78,538. About 8.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $219,400, with typical rent around $861.
20.9% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. About 10.5% of workers primarily work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 15 minutes each way.
Lake County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Lake County had a population of 7,875 in 2010 and 8,194 in 2024, a 4.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 8,365 in 2022. Average annual growth rate: 0.29%.
8,194
Population (2024)
7,875
Population (2010)
8,365
Peak (2022)
0.29%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7,875 |
| 2011 | 7,908 |
| 2012 | 7,789 |
| 2013 | 7,800 |
| 2014 | 7,828 |
| 2015 | 7,789 |
| 2016 | 7,837 |
| 2017 | 7,892 |
| 2018 | 7,861 |
| 2019 | 7,939 |
| 2020 | 8,174 |
| 2021 | 8,294 |
| 2022 | 8,365 |
| 2023 | 8,307 |
| 2024 | 8,194 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 86.5% |
| Black or African American | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 5.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
45.9
Median Age
46.0%
Female
54.0%
Male
24.9%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 14.5% · Seniors (65+): 24.9%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $61,222$-19,204 vs state |
| Mean household income | $74,797 |
| Per-capita income | $32,783 |
| Poverty rate | 8.6%+1.3% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.2% |
| Employment-to-population | 46.8% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Lake County is professional & business services, accounting for 26.1% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
9.7%
Carpool
72.0%
Public transit
10.5%
Work from home
15.1 min
Avg commute
Housing
$219,400$-234,800 vs state
Median home value
$861
Median rent
61.5%
Homeownership rate
4,223
Total housing units
81.0%
Occupied
19.0%
Vacant
38.5%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
95.0%
With health insurance
87.8%
With broadband internet
45.2%
Foreign-born
9.3%
Veterans (18+)
16.8%
With a disability
90.3%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
89.2%
High School+
20.9%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lake County, Oregon has a population of 8,254 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 30th-largest county in Oregon. Population density is 1 people per square mile.
The population of Lake County has grown 4.1% since 2010 (7,875 → 8,194), a +0.28% annualized rate.
The median household income in Lake County, Oregon is $61,222, with mean (average) household income of $74,797 and per-capita income of $32,783. 8.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Lake County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (86.5%), Hispanic or Latino (5.4%), Black or African American (0.5%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Lake County, Oregon is 45.9 years. Residents are 46.0% female and 54.0% male.
The median home value in Lake County is $219,400 and median monthly rent is $861. 61.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 4,223 total housing units, 19.0% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Lake County, Oregon is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 26.1% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.2%.
Portland is among the largest cities associated with Lake County, Oregon, with a population of 642,715.
Lake County, OR Climate
Lake County, OR has an average annual temperature of 7.8°C (46°F) and receives about 306 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
7.8°C
Avg Temp
306
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -1° / 30° | 36 mm |
| February | 1° / 33° | 25 mm |
| March | 3° / 37° | 27 mm |
| April | 5° / 42° | 23 mm |
| May | 10° / 49° | 29 mm |
| June | 14° / 58° | 27 mm |
| July | 19° / 65° | 14 mm |
| August | 19° / 65° | 15 mm |
| September | 14° / 57° | 17 mm |
| October | 9° / 48° | 22 mm |
| November | 2° / 36° | 35 mm |
| December | -1° / 30° | 36 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 Lake County, OR
The most comfortable months to visit Lake County, OR are typically July, August and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is December (near -7°C low). January 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.