County · Oregon
Multnomah County, Oregon
Multnomah County, Oregon. Multnomah County had 795,391 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 2.5% since 2020, while Oregon grew 0.9%. It holds 12 places (8 cities, villages and boroughs and 4 census-designated) and 197 census tracts. GEOID 41051.
Multnomah County is one of the 7 counties of the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
795,391
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 815,428 · ACS 2020-2024: 801,477
Median household income
$88,766
±$1,813 (90% margin)
Oregon: $83,011
Median home value
$552,700
±$6,077 (90% margin)
Oregon: $477,600
Median gross rent
$1,646
±$16 (90% margin)
Oregon: $1,525
How many people live in Multnomah County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 815,428 residents in Multnomah County. The Census Bureau estimates 795,391 for July 1, 2025, down 2.5% since 2020, while Oregon grew 0.9%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 801,477 over 431 square miles of land.
| Measure | Multnomah County | Oregon | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 801,477 | 4,254,293 | −3,129 |
| Households | 349,803±1,598 | 1,718,422 | +23,574 |
| Average household size | 2.23±0.01 | 2.42 | −0.18 |
| Housing units | 371,179±207 | 1,857,992 | +23,150 |
Multnomah County's population since 2000
From 660,486 in 2000 to 795,391 in 2025: up 20.4%. 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 Multnomah County?
Multnomah County holds 12 places: 8 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 4 census-designated places. The largest is Portland with 635,109 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Portland | 652,503 | $90,919 |
|---|---|---|
| Gresham | 114,247 | $77,795 |
| Troutdale | 16,300 | $89,337 |
| Fairview, Multnomah County | 10,424 | $70,107 |
| Wood Village | 4,387 | $85,413 |
| Lake Oswego | 40,731 | $141,549 |
| Dunthorpe | 1,704 | $250,000 or more |
| Maywood Park | 829 | $141,458 |
| OrientGEOID 4155500 | 462 | $92,212 |
| West Haven-Sylvan | 9,299 | $110,200 |
| Cedar Mill | 17,259 | $164,079 |
| Milwaukie | 21,119 | $86,892 |
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 Multnomah County?
The median resident of Multnomah County is 38.7 years old; 17.6% are under 18 and 14.8% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 65.2%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 13.5%. 13.0% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Multnomah County | Oregon | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38.7±0.1 | 40.4 | +1.5 |
| Under 18 years | 17.6% | 19.9% | – |
| 65 years and over | 14.8%±0.1 pts | 19.1% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 13.5% | 14.7% | +1.9 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 65.2%±0.2 pts | 71.4% | −4.5 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 5.3%±0.2 pts | 1.8% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 7.4%±0.1 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 | 0.6%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 7.1%±0.3 pts | 6.1% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.6%±0.1 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 13.0%±0.4 pts | 9.8% | −0.8 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 18.8%±0.5 pts | 15.2% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 4.8%±0.2 pts | 7.2% | – |
| With a disability | 14.3%±0.4 pts | 15.5% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 5.6%±0.3 pts | 5.9% | −1.1 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 92.5%±0.4 pts | 91.8% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 48.9%±0.7 pts | 36.8% | +3.0 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 19.6%±0.5 pts | 14.1% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 3.6%±0.2 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 Multnomah County earn?
Half of Multnomah County's 349,803 households earn less than $88,766 a year (±$1,813), against $83,011 in Oregon. In 2015-2019 the median was $85,134 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $3,632 after inflation. 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Multnomah County | Oregon | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $88,766±$1,813 | $83,011 | +$3,632 |
| Mean household income | $122,099±$1,641 | $111,542 | – |
| Per capita income | $53,996±$680 | $45,612 | +$5,697 |
| People below the poverty line | 12.6%±0.5 pts | 11.9% | −1.2 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 13.8%±1.3 pts | 13.2% | −3.2 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 16.1%±0.7 pts | 16.0% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 93.6%±0.4 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 Multnomah County?
Owners occupy 53.4% of Multnomah County's occupied homes and renters 46.6%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $552,700 by its owner (±$6,077). The median renter pays $1,646 a month including utilities, and 43.7% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Multnomah County | Oregon | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $552,700±$6,077 | $477,600 | +$77,406 |
| Median gross rent | $1,646±$16 | $1,525 | +$124 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 43.7%±1.0 pts | 43.1% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $2,470±$23 | $2,157 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 53.4%±0.7 pts | 63.3% | −1.1 pts |
| Housing units | 371,179±207 | 1,857,992 | +23,150 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.7%±0.2 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 5.2%±0.6 pts | 4.2% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 53.0%±0.6 pts | 62.7% | – |
| Mobile homes | 1.5%±0.1 pts | 7.1% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.7%±0.2 pts | 2.1% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 22.9%±0.6 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 Multnomah County building?
Builders took permits for 1,594 new housing units across Multnomah County in 2025 (992 single-family), 2.0 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 Multnomah County get to work?
52.6% of Multnomah County's workers drive alone and 26.1% work from home. The average trip to work takes 24.4 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 5.7%.
| Measure | Multnomah County | Oregon | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 69.6%±0.4 pts | 62.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 5.7%±0.4 pts | 5.4% | +0.8 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 52.6%±0.7 pts | 64.5% | – |
| Carpooled | 7.5%±0.4 pts | 8.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 5.5%±0.4 pts | 2.2% | – |
| Walked | 4.0%±0.3 pts | 3.3% | – |
| Worked from home | 26.1%±0.6 pts | 19.0% | +18.3 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 24.4 min±0.3 | 23.0 min | −2.6 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 Multnomah County's census tracts?
Multnomah County is divided into 197 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $34,714 (Tract 51.03) to $250,000 or more (Tract 70.02).
All 197 census tracts of Multnomah County, with their figures
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Multnomah County compare with Oregon's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 1st of 36 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 35th of 36 |
| Residents per square mile | 1st of 36 |
| Median household income | 6th of 36 |
| Median home value | 5th of 36 |
| Median gross rent | 4th of 36 |
| Poverty rate | 23rd of 36 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 2nd of 36 |
| Median age | 29th 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
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