County · Oregon
Curry County, Oregon
Curry County, Oregon. Curry County had 22,621 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 3.5% since 2020, while Oregon grew 0.9%. It holds 8 places (3 cities, villages and boroughs and 5 census-designated) and 8 census tracts. GEOID 41015.
Curry County is the county of the Brookings, OR micropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
22,621
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 23,446 · ACS 2020-2024: 23,381
Median household income
$62,244
±$8,210 (90% margin)
Oregon: $83,011
Median home value
$381,300
±$19,144 (90% margin)
Oregon: $477,600
Median gross rent
$1,241
±$97 (90% margin)
Oregon: $1,525
How many people live in Curry County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 23,446 residents in Curry County. The Census Bureau estimates 22,621 for July 1, 2025, down 3.5% since 2020, while Oregon grew 0.9%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 23,381 over 1,628 square miles of land.
| Measure | Curry County | Oregon | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 23,381 | 4,254,293 | +731 |
| Households | 11,159±349 | 1,718,422 | +613 |
| Average household size | 2.07±0.06 | 2.42 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 13,215±21 | 1,857,992 | +267 |
Curry County's population since 2000
From 21,137 in 2000 to 22,621 in 2025: up 7.0%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Curry County?
Curry County holds 8 places: 3 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 5 census-designated places. The largest is Brookings with 6,431 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Brookings | 6,744 | $74,933 |
|---|---|---|
| Harbor | 2,551 | $55,109 |
| Gold Beach | 2,341 | $56,014 |
| Port Orford | 1,146 | $37,212 |
| Nesika BeachGEOID 4151950 | 432 | $91,431 |
| WedderburnGEOID 4179500 | 426 | $52,941 |
| LangloisGEOID 4140950 | 196 | $44,750 |
| Pistol RiverGEOID 4158050 | 89 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Curry County?
The median resident of Curry County is 57.7 years old; 14.1% are under 18 and 36.7% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 82.2%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 7.7%. 5.9% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Curry County | Oregon | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 57.7±1.1 | 40.4 | +1.4 |
| Under 18 years | 14.1%±0.1 pts | 19.9% | – |
| 65 years and over | 36.7%±0.5 pts | 19.1% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 7.7% | 14.7% | +0.6 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 82.2%±1.1 pts | 71.4% | −4.1 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 1.8% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.9%±0.3 pts | 4.4% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 1.3%±0.5 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.2 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 7.0%±1.2 pts | 6.1% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.6%±0.5 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 5.9%±1.8 pts | 9.8% | +2.6 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 5.6%±1.4 pts | 15.2% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 11.1%±1.5 pts | 7.2% | – |
| With a disability | 22.5%±2.2 pts | 15.5% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 4.9%±1.9 pts | 5.9% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 91.3%±2.5 pts | 91.8% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 22.1%±2.8 pts | 36.8% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 8.3%±1.6 pts | 14.1% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.9%±1.2 pts | 3.0% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Curry County earn?
Half of Curry County's 11,159 households earn less than $62,244 a year (±$8,210), against $83,011 in Oregon. In 2015-2019 it was $59,615 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Curry County | Oregon | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $62,244±$8,210 | $83,011 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $82,583±$6,263 | $111,542 | – |
| Per capita income | $39,163±$2,773 | $45,612 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 15.2%±3.1 pts | 11.9% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 25.9%±9.4 pts | 13.2% | +14.4 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 15.0%±2.8 pts | 16.0% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 89.6%±2.3 pts | 92.4% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Curry County?
Owners occupy 74.2% of Curry County's occupied homes and renters 25.8%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $381,300 by its owner (±$19,144). The median renter pays $1,241 a month including utilities, and 35.2% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Curry County | Oregon | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $381,300±$19,144 | $477,600 | +$54,674 |
| Median gross rent | $1,241±$97 | $1,525 | +$148 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 35.2%±7.8 pts | 43.1% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,820±$168 | $2,157 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 74.2%±2.9 pts | 63.3% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 13,215±21 | 1,857,992 | +267 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.1%±0.9 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 2.9%±2.8 pts | 4.2% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 64.2%±3.4 pts | 62.7% | – |
| Mobile homes | 18.3%±2.5 pts | 7.1% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.7%±0.9 pts | 2.1% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 3.5%±1.2 pts | 10.7% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Curry County building?
Builders took permits for 42 new housing units across Curry County in 2025 (42 single-family), 1.9 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Curry County get to work?
69.9% of Curry County's workers drive alone and 16.5% work from home. The average trip to work takes 18.5 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 5.8%.
| Measure | Curry County | Oregon | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 45.1%±2.8 pts | 62.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 5.8%±2.2 pts | 5.4% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 69.9%±5.6 pts | 64.5% | – |
| Carpooled | 7.6%±3.0 pts | 8.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.3%±0.5 pts | 2.2% | – |
| Walked | 2.6%±1.5 pts | 3.3% | – |
| Worked from home | 16.5%±4.5 pts | 19.0% | +6.1 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 18.5 min±3.3 | 23.0 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Curry County's census tracts?
Curry County is divided into 8 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $45,542 (Tract 9501) to $75,795 (Tract 9503.02).
| Tract 950141015950100 | 3,190±506 | $45,542 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 9502.0141015950201 | 3,603±540 | $57,466 |
| Tract 9502.0241015950202 | 1,870±447 | $68,750 |
| Tract 9503.0141015950301 | 4,565±826 | $67,788 |
| Tract 9503.0241015950302 | 5,399±513 | $75,795 |
| Tract 9504.0141015950401 | 2,877±461 | $67,931 |
| Tract 9504.0241015950402 | 1,877±219 | $47,969 |
| Tract 9901.0141015990101 | 0±13 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Curry County compare with Oregon's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 27th of 36 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 36th of 36 |
| Residents per square mile | 21st of 36 |
| Median household income | 26th of 36 |
| Median home value | 19th of 36 |
| Median gross rent | 16th of 36 |
| Poverty rate | 12th of 36 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 21st of 36 |
| Median age | 2nd of 36 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Curry County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.