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Yamhill County, Oregon Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 10th-largest in Oregon

The population of Yamhill County, Oregon is 108,122 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 10th-largest county in Oregon. The median household income is $87,084, the median home value is $442,700, and the median age is 39.5.

The population of Yamhill County has grown 11.7% since 2010 (99,298 → 110,886), a +0.79% annualized rate.

Yamhill County within Oregon · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

108,122

Population

+0.79%

Annual growth

151

People / sq mi

$87,084

Median Income

$442,700

Median Home Value

Yamhill County covers 716 sq mi of land at 151.0 people per square mile.

About Yamhill County, OR

In Yamhill County, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $442,700. With 108,122 residents, Yamhill County is a county in Oregon. It is the #10-largest of all counties in Oregon nationally.

Households here are among the highest-earning of all US counties: median income is $87,084, above the US median of $78,538. About 7.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Housing is expensive: the median home is worth $442,700, with typical rent around $1,377.

About 29.2% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, below the 35.0% national figure. About 12.4% of workers primarily work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.

High housing values reframe the income picture in Yamhill County — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.

Yamhill County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Yamhill County had a population of 99,298 in 2010 and 110,886 in 2024, a 11.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 110,886 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.79%.

2024 · 111K20102024
Yamhill County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

110,886

Population (2024)

99,298

Population (2010)

110,886

Peak (2024)

0.79%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201099,298
201199,708
201299,933
201399,926
2014100,850
2015101,447
2016104,143
2017105,313
2018106,390
2019106,927
2020107,740
2021108,081
2022107,817
2023109,146
2024110,886

Race & Ethnicity

White78.4%
Black or African American0.7%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)4.1%
Two or More Races0.1%

Age & Sex

39.5

Median Age

49.4%

Female

50.6%

Male

18.3%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
5.1%
5–9
5.8%
10–14
6.6%
15–19
7.2%
20–24
6.8%
25–34
12.6%
35–44
13.3%
45–54
11.8%
55–59
6.0%
60–64
6.5%
65–74
10.9%
75–84
5.1%
85+
2.3%

Children (under 15): 17.5% · Seniors (65+): 18.3%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$87,084+$6,658 vs state
Mean household income$109,850
Per-capita income$40,615
Poverty rate7.6%+0.3% vs state
Unemployment rate2.7%
Employment-to-population56.8%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
23.7%
Manufacturing
14.8%
Education & health care
9.5%
Finance & real estate
9.5%
Construction
8.2%
Public administration
5.3%
Agriculture
4.6%
Information
4.3%

The largest employment sector in Yamhill County is professional & business services, accounting for 23.7% of workers.

How residents commute

0.4%

Drive alone

5.8%

Carpool

71.2%

Public transit

12.4%

Work from home

26.1 min

Avg commute

Housing

$442,700$-11,500 vs state

Median home value

$1,377

Median rent

69.9%

Homeownership rate

40,744

Total housing units

95.3%

Occupied

4.7%

Vacant

30.1%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

93.9%

With health insurance

96.1%

With broadband internet

39.5%

Foreign-born

8.7%

Veterans (18+)

16.1%

With a disability

87.1%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

89.8%

High School+

29.2%

Bachelor's+

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County rankings

Frequently Asked Questions

Yamhill County, Oregon has a population of 108,122 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 10th-largest county in Oregon. Population density is 151 people per square mile.

The population of Yamhill County has grown 11.7% since 2010 (99,298 → 110,886), a +0.79% annualized rate.

The median household income in Yamhill County, Oregon is $87,084, with mean (average) household income of $109,850 and per-capita income of $40,615. 7.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Yamhill County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (78.4%), Hispanic or Latino (4.1%), Black or African American (0.7%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Yamhill County, Oregon is 39.5 years. Residents are 49.4% female and 50.6% male.

The median home value in Yamhill County is $442,700 and median monthly rent is $1,377. 69.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 40,744 total housing units, 4.7% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Yamhill County, Oregon is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 23.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.7%.

Portland is among the largest cities associated with Yamhill County, Oregon, with a population of 642,715.


Yamhill County, OR Climate

Yamhill County, OR has an average annual temperature of 10.7°C (51°F) and receives about 1373 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

10.7°C

Avg Temp

1373

Precip (mm/yr)

Aug

Hottest Month

Dec

Coldest Month

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Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Yamhill County, OR — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January4° / 40°222 mm
February6° / 43°177 mm
March8° / 46°156 mm
April9° / 49°90 mm
May12° / 54°57 mm
June15° / 59°37 mm
July18° / 64°15 mm
August18° / 64°20 mm
September16° / 60°47 mm
October11° / 52°98 mm
November7° / 45°209 mm
December4° / 40°245 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 Yamhill County, OR

The most comfortable months to visit Yamhill County, OR are typically July, August and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 26°C high). The coldest is December (near 1°C low). December is usually the wettest month.

JulyAugustSeptember

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

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