County · Oregon
Linn County, Oregon
Linn County, Oregon. Linn County had 132,843 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 3.3% since 2020, faster than Oregon (+0.9%). It holds 24 places (15 cities, villages and boroughs and 9 census-designated) and 28 census tracts. GEOID 41043.
Linn County is the county of the Albany, OR metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
132,843
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 128,610 · ACS 2020-2024: 130,706
Median household income
$76,329
±$2,762 (90% margin)
Oregon: $83,011
Median home value
$376,400
±$7,330 (90% margin)
Oregon: $477,600
Median gross rent
$1,320
±$38 (90% margin)
Oregon: $1,525
How many people live in Linn County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 128,610 residents in Linn County. The Census Bureau estimates 132,843 for July 1, 2025, up 3.3% since 2020, faster than Oregon (+0.9%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 130,706 over 2,290 square miles of land.
| Measure | Linn County | Oregon | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 130,706 | 4,254,293 | +5,658 |
| Households | 50,729±426 | 1,718,422 | +2,967 |
| Average household size | 2.54±0.02 | 2.42 | −0.05 |
| Housing units | 53,315±50 | 1,857,992 | +2,899 |
Linn County's population since 2000
From 103,069 in 2000 to 132,843 in 2025: up 28.9%. 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 Linn County?
Linn County holds 24 places: 15 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 9 census-designated places. The largest is Albany with 56,894 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Albany | 56,472 | $78,114 |
|---|---|---|
| Lebanon | 18,447 | $63,176 |
| Sweet Home | 9,828 | $56,927 |
| Harrisburg | 3,652 | $73,650 |
| Millersburg | 2,919 | $124,867 |
| Brownsville | 1,694 | $83,098 |
| Mill City | 1,971 | $69,091 |
| Tangent | 1,231 | $99,000 |
| South LebanonGEOID 4168875 | 1,228 | $61,346 |
| Lyons | 1,202 | $91,875 |
| Halsey | 962 | $106,458 |
| Scio | 956 | $99,886 |
| LacombGEOID 4140150 | 575 | $76,221 |
| CrabtreeGEOID 4116350 | 406 | $120,513 |
| HolleyGEOID 4134650 | 390 | $111,438 |
| Sodaville | 360 | $53,750 |
| CrawfordsvilleGEOID 4116650 | 315 | not published |
| WaterlooGEOID 4179050 | 222 | $88,750 |
| SheddGEOID 4166900 | 213 | not published |
| CascadiaGEOID 4111700 | 134 | $95,583 |
| West ScioGEOID 4180750 | 126 | not published |
| PeoriaGEOID 4157300 | 103 | $141,368 |
| IdanhaGEOID 4135800 | 156 | $40,208 |
| Gates | 548 | $65,670 |
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 Linn County?
The median resident of Linn County is 40.1 years old; 22.0% are under 18 and 19.5% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 81.3%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 10.7%. 4.3% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Linn County | Oregon | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40.1±0.4 | 40.4 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 22.0% | 19.9% | – |
| 65 years and over | 19.5%±0.1 pts | 19.1% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 10.7% | 14.7% | +1.6 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 81.3%±0.4 pts | 71.4% | −3.6 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.1 pts | 1.8% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 1.0%±0.2 pts | 4.4% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.1 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 5.6%±0.4 pts | 6.1% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.2 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 4.3%±0.5 pts | 9.8% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 7.7%±0.8 pts | 15.2% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 9.3%±0.7 pts | 7.2% | – |
| With a disability | 18.2%±0.8 pts | 15.5% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 6.3%±0.8 pts | 5.9% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 92.2%±0.7 pts | 91.8% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 21.6%±1.1 pts | 36.8% | +2.3 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 6.8%±0.6 pts | 14.1% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.9%±0.5 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 Linn County earn?
Half of Linn County's 50,729 households earn less than $76,329 a year (±$2,762), against $83,011 in Oregon. In 2015-2019 the median was $68,787 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $7,542 after inflation. 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Linn County | Oregon | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $76,329±$2,762 | $83,011 | +$7,542 |
| Mean household income | $89,267±$2,163 | $111,542 | – |
| Per capita income | $34,924±$760 | $45,612 | +$1,271 |
| People below the poverty line | 13.0%±1.1 pts | 11.9% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 16.1%±2.6 pts | 13.2% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 19.7%±1.3 pts | 16.0% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 91.0%±0.9 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 Linn County?
Owners occupy 66.9% of Linn County's occupied homes and renters 33.1%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $376,400 by its owner (±$7,330). The median renter pays $1,320 a month including utilities, and 44.8% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Linn County | Oregon | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $376,400±$7,330 | $477,600 | +$103,678 |
| Median gross rent | $1,320±$38 | $1,525 | +$134 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 44.8%±3.6 pts | 43.1% | +5.4 pts |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,799±$50 | $2,157 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 66.9%±1.3 pts | 63.3% | +2.5 pts |
| Housing units | 53,315±50 | 1,857,992 | +2,899 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.4%±0.3 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 2.3%±1.2 pts | 4.2% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 62.9%±1.8 pts | 62.7% | – |
| Mobile homes | 14.4%±1.3 pts | 7.1% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 2.4%±0.5 pts | 2.1% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 8.5%±1.1 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 Linn County building?
Builders took permits for 189 new housing units across Linn County in 2025 (140 single-family), 1.4 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 Linn County get to work?
76.5% of Linn County's workers drive alone and 11.1% work from home. The average trip to work takes 25.7 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 6.0%.
| Measure | Linn County | Oregon | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 60.0%±1.1 pts | 62.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 6.0%±1.0 pts | 5.4% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 76.5%±1.5 pts | 64.5% | – |
| Carpooled | 8.5%±1.0 pts | 8.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 2.2% | – |
| Walked | 1.8%±0.4 pts | 3.3% | – |
| Worked from home | 11.1%±1.0 pts | 19.0% | +6.1 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 25.7 min±1.3 | 23.0 min | +2.9 min |
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 Linn County's census tracts?
Linn County is divided into 28 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $46,625 (Tract 208.01) to $104,155 (Tract 201.01).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Linn County compare with Oregon's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 8th of 36 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 6th of 36 |
| Residents per square mile | 12th of 36 |
| Median household income | 12th of 36 |
| Median home value | 20th of 36 |
| Median gross rent | 12th of 36 |
| Poverty rate | 18th of 36 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 22nd of 36 |
| Median age | 26th 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 Linn 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.