Portland, OR — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Multnomah County · Oregon
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Portland based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Why Portland, OR Is One of the Best Places to Live in America
Portland, OR ranks 20th overall among all US cities with a livability score of 48.4/100, placing it among the best places to live in America. Residents enjoy 180 sunny days per year, well above the national average. With a median home value of $557,600, the housing market remains accessible compared to many US cities. A cost of living index of 156.3 makes Portland more affordable than 66% of cities nationwide. See full ranking
Quick Stats
Population
642,715
2023 ACS
Median Income
$88,792
2023
Median Home Value
$557,600
2023
Median Rent
$1,596
2023
Median Age
38.6
Unemployment
5.5%
Avg Temperature
53°F
Cost of Living Index
156.3
100 = national avg
Portland is a city in Multnomah County, Oregon, with a population of 642,715 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Portland is one of the communities in Oregon.
The median household income in Portland is $88,792, and the median home value is $557,600. The cost of living index is 156.3 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,596 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.5%, and the median age is 38.6 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
642,715
Male
319,454
49.7%
Female
323,261
50.3%
Median Age
38.6
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
40.5%
High School or Higher
51.6%
Foreign Born
12.4%
Veterans
3.8%
Married
35.4%
Avg Household Size
2.2
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.471
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
70.1%
Foreign Born
12.4%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
11.3%
72,755 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
88.7%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
615,223
English Only
82.2%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
42,130 speakers
Limited English
6.6%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
93.4%
Limited English Proficiency
6.6%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
24,503
3.8% of population
Disability Rate
26.4%
6,458 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$53,485
Unemployment Rate
7.3%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
21,834
89.1%
Female Veterans
2,669
10.9%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$53,485
Non-Veteran Income
$47,960
Difference
$5,525
11.5% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
6,458
Without Disability
18,045
Disability Rate
26.4%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
508,523
#1 Ancestry
German
15.2% (97,432)
#2 Ancestry
English
12.9% (82,949)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
11.6% (74,653)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
287,030
Family Households
137,982
48.1%
Married Couples
102,607
35.7%
Non-Family Households
149,048
51.9%
Single Mother Households
23,672
8.2%
Single Father Households
11,703
4.1%
Living Alone
104,566
36.4%
Children Under 18
Total Children
98,631
In Married Couple
68,625
69.6%
With Single Mother
21,390
21.7%
With Single Father
8,616
8.7%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$120,528
Married Couple Income
$145,183
Single Mother Income
$57,023
Single Father Income
$73,856
Avg Family Size
2.2
Avg Non-Family Size
1.9
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
6,314
Grandparents Responsible
1,280
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$88,792
+21% vs national
Per Capita Income
$55,312
+49% vs national
Poverty Rate
12.8%
-6% vs national
Gini Index
0.4768
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.5%
+6% vs national
SNAP Recipients
14.5%
of households
How Portland Compares
Portland vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 500,000 - 1,000,000 residents. Portland is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Portland, OR has a median household income of $88,792, making it the 6,718th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Portland has a higher median household income than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Portland, OR has a per capita income of $55,312, making it the 3,357th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Portland has a higher per capita income than 88% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Portland, OR has a poverty rate of 12.8%, making it the 13,397th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Portland has a higher poverty rate than 57% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Portland, OR has a unemployment rate of 5.5%, making it the 10,274th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Portland has a higher unemployment rate than 67% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Portland. The median household income here is $88,792.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.5%
-6% vs OR avg
Labor Force
386,923
Employed
365,377
Mean Commute
18 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
40.5%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
51.6%
of adults 25+
Median Age
38.6
Work from Home
25.3%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$149.0K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
156.3
100 = national avg
+56.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$68,755
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$162,511
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,677
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,922
per month
The median household income in Portland, OR is $88,792, which is 21.3% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $55,312. The poverty rate of 12.8% is higher than the OR state average of 12.3%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4768, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.5%, compared to the state average of 5.9%. The labor force is 386,923. 40.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 18 minutes, with 25.3% working from home. About 50.5% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 156.3, which is 56.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 221.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $68,755 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$455,000
Median List Price
$499,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$299
Days on Market
54
Active Inventory
1,459
Months of Supply
4.3
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$517,821
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,706
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
23.6%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
35.1%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.6%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
343
New Listings
643
Pending Sales
564
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$299
Median List $/SF
$323
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Portland, OR? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area, home prices have risen 771.9% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 115.7%. The 10-year growth rate is 79.3%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 30.6%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 5.5%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA housing market rather than Portland alone.
Metro area: Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA
Portland vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 500,000 - 1,000,000 residents. Portland is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Portland, OR has a median home value of $557,600, making it the 2,529th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Portland has a higher median home value than 91% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Portland, OR has a median rent of $1,596, making it the 3,569th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Portland has a higher median rent than 84% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Portland, OR has a price per square foot of $299, making it the 3,648th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Portland has a higher price per square foot than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Portland, OR has a rent burden of 21.6%, making it the 6,747th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Portland has a higher rent burden than 69% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$557,600
Median Rent
$1,596
Total Housing Units
304,113
Vacancy Rate
5.6%
Owner Occupied
52.9%
Renter Occupied
47.1%
Median Property Tax
$5,495
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,078
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$5,495
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.98%
of home value
Median Home Value
$557,600
Estimated Mean Tax
$6,304
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($5,495) by the median home value ($557,600). In Portland, OR, this works out to an effective rate of 0.98%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Portland, OR is $455,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 54 days on the market. 23.6% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 4.3 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $299. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,706/month. About 52.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1966. There are 304,113 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $5,495. The effective tax rate is 0.98%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
7.20
per 1,000 residents
+177% vs national
Property Crime Rate
55.26
per 1,000 residents
+221% vs national
Total Crimes
38,921
2024
Violent Clearance
35%
cases solved
Property Clearance
5%
cases solved
YoY Change
+0.5%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Portland Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Portland vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 500,000 - 1,000,000 residents. Portland is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Portland police solve 58% of murder cases but only 4% of larceny/theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 67 | 0.11 | 58.2% |
| Rape | Violent | 317 | 0.51 | 10.1% |
| Robbery | Violent | 1,105 | 1.77 | 19.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 2,998 | 4.81 | 42.3% |
| Burglary | Property | 4,532 | 7.27 | 9.2% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 24,432 | 39.21 | 4.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 5,468 | 8.78 | 7.9% |
Portland, OR reported 4,489 violent crimes and 34,432 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 7.20 per 1,000 residents is 177.1% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 35% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 24,432 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 25.1% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 4,489 | 34,432 | 7.20 | 55.26 |
| 2023 | 4,487 | 36,696 | 7.17 | 58.61 |
| 2022 | 4,898 | 40,494 | 7.77 | 64.26 |
| 2021 | 5,014 | 37,898 | 7.55 | 57.05 |
| 2020 | 3,811 | 33,078 | 5.75 | 49.90 |
| 2019 | 3,613 | 34,452 | 5.46 | 52.03 |
| 2018 | 3,473 | 36,124 | 5.28 | 54.96 |
| 2017 | 3,367 | 36,894 | 5.18 | 56.81 |
| 2016 | 3,224 | 33,321 | 5.02 | 51.89 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
2
Total Killed
0
Total Injured
2
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 17, 2024 | Islamic School of Portland | 0 | 1 | nan | nan |
| Dec 12, 2022 | Cleveland High School | 0 | 1 | targeted | nan |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
96.0
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
97.2
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
12.9
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
74.3
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
12
Public Assistance
$272.2M
Individual Assistance
$4.1M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
4 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storms, Straight-line Wind… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2024 | $4.4M | — |
| Wildfires and Straight-line Winds → | Fire | Sep 2020 | — | $30K |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $255.6M | $3.3M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Eagle Creek Fire → | Fire | Sep 2017 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Straight-line Wind… → | Severe Storm | Feb 2016 | $3.1M | — |
| Severe Winter Storm, Record and Near Rec… → | Severe Storm | Mar 2009 | $4.1M | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and… → | Severe Storm(s) | Mar 2006 | $8K | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Coastal Storm | Sep 2005 | $876K | — |
| Severe Winter Storms → | Severe Storm | Feb 2004 | $4.2M | — |
| High Winds, Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Feb 1996 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Jan 1972 | — | — |
| Heavy Rains & Flooding → | Flood | Dec 1964 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Unknown | — | — | $809K |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and… → | Unknown | — | — | $26K |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and… → | Unknown | — | — | $2K |
| Hurricane Irene → | Unknown | — | — | $650 |
| Dr-4715 | Unknown | — | — | $300 |
| Dr-4339 | Unknown | — | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Floo… → | Unknown | — | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
346
Total Claims Paid
$4,548,035
Avg Claim Payout
$13,145
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
31
Federal Funding
$6,835,604
Properties Protected
42
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.91
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 205.6: Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 7 | $3,242,821 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 3 | $1,425,496 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 2 | $88,757 |
| 103.1: Feasibility, Engineering and Design Studies | 2 | $167,626 |
| 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine | 2 | $179,430 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Portland has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are earthquake, heat wave, ice storm. The area has had 12 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (4 declarations). 346 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $272,176,720 in public assistance recovery funding. $4,120,766 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 31 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
28.5%
7.6pp below the national average
Depression Rate
30.5%
7.0pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
8.9%
3.0pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.1%
3.5pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
31.7%
Arthritis
21.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
10.3%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
18.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
30.5%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
27.2%
Mobility
9.9%
Cognitive
14.5%
Hearing
5.4%
Vision
4.0%
Self-Care
2.9%
Independent Living
7.3%
Portland has an obesity rate of 28.5%, which is 7.6pp below the national average. The depression rate is 30.5%, 7.0pp above the national average. About 7.1% of adults lack health insurance. 70.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.4 mi
Legacy Emanuel Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy Emanuel Medical Center | 1.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Ohsu Hospital And Clinics | 2.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Portland Va Medical Center | 2.4 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 5/5 | Yes |
| Shriners Hospital For Children - Portland | 2.4 mi | Childrens | — | — |
| Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center | 3.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Annual Overview
Avg Temperature
53°F
Sunny Days
180
per year
Annual Rainfall
47.2"
UV Index
3.5
annual avg
Annual Snowfall
3.1"
Weather Time Machine
Experience a year of weather in Portland. Click a month or press play.
41°F
35° / 47°
Jan
High
47°F
Low
35°F
Wind
6 mph
Temperature Records
Source: NOAARecord High
106°F
Record Low
5°F
Avg High
62°F
Avg Low
45°F
Monthly Averages
Source: NOAA Climate Normals| Month | High | Low | Rain | Snow | Humidity | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 47°F | 35°F | 6.32" | 0.8" | 86% | 5.7 mph |
| Feb | 50°F | 36°F | 4.83" | 0.8" | 82% | 5.5 mph |
| Mar | 54°F | 38°F | 5.63" | 0.3" | 81% | 5.3 mph |
| Apr | 59°F | 42°F | 4.50" | — | 78% | 5.0 mph |
| May | 66°F | 48°F | 2.86" | — | 73% | 4.6 mph |
| Jun | 71°F | 52°F | 1.79" | — | 69% | 4.6 mph |
| Jul | 81°F | 57°F | 0.50" | — | 61% | 4.7 mph |
| Aug | 82°F | 58°F | 0.60" | — | 61% | 4.5 mph |
| Sep | 75°F | 54°F | 1.78" | — | 67% | 4.5 mph |
| Oct | 63°F | 47°F | 4.25" | — | 79% | 4.7 mph |
| Nov | 52°F | 40°F | 6.88" | 0.2" | 86% | 5.5 mph |
| Dec | 46°F | 35°F | 7.27" | 1.0" | 86% | 5.8 mph |
Portland has an average annual temperature of 53°F. The area enjoys approximately 180 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals about 47.2 inches. Snowfall averages 3.1 inches per year.
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
27
Pop. Served
752,577
Violations (5yr)
11
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| PORTLAND WATER BUREAU | 666,200 | 0 |
| ROCKWOOD PUD | 65,443 | 0 |
| WEST SLOPE WATER DISTRICT | 11,000 | 0 |
| RALEIGH WATER DISTRICT | 4,500 | 0 |
| PALATINE HILL WATER DISTRICT | 1,500 | 0 |
| WASHINGTON COUNTY RAILROAD | 795 | 0 |
| SHADY OAKS ESTATES | 648 | 0 |
| MANNA HOUSE CHURCH | 300 | 0 |
| SMGV/WIDGI CREEK | 300 | 2 |
| HIGHLINE OAKS WATER UTILITY | 242 | 0 |
| MONTGOMERY PLACE WATER SYSTEM | 207 | 0 |
| EVERETT SQUARE WINDCREST ESTATES | 204 | 0 |
| ROSE HILL ESTATES SUBDIVISION | 177 | 0 |
| ENCHANTED MOBILE HOME PARK | 150 | 0 |
| ROCKY POINTE MARINA | 125 | 0 |
| Columbia Place LLC | 125 | 0 |
| MOBILE VILLAGE MHP LLC | 100 | 0 |
| SAUVIE ISLAND MOORAGE | 96 | 1 |
| LAKEVIEW TRAILER PARK | 70 | 0 |
| WOODBURN MOBILE ESTATES | 70 | 0 |
| TOTEM VILLAGE MHP | 70 | 0 |
| MCCUDDYS LANDING | 70 | 0 |
| TIMBER CREEK ESTATES | 60 | 0 |
| THURSTON OAKS MHP | 38 | 0 |
| BIG OAK MARINA | 30 | 6 |
| MAYFAIR MOORAGE INC | 30 | 0 |
| ROBBINS NEST RESIDENTIAL PARK | 27 | 2 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
6
Total CO₂e
178.4K MT
Top Emitter
Evraz Oregon Steel
92.8K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (500,000 - 1,000,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Evraz Oregon Steel Evraz Inc North America | Metals | 92,843 |
NW Natural - Oregon Northwest Natural Holding Co | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 57,910 |
OWENS-BROCKWAY GLASS CONTAINER INC. PLANT 21 O-I Glass Inc | Minerals | 11,029 |
NW Natural - Washington Northwest Natural Holding Co | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 9,114 |
PGE T&D Facility Portland General Electric Co | Other | 5,777 |
ST JOHN LANDFILL Metro | Waste | 1,720 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 27 water systems serving the area. 11 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 6 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 178.4K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
18 min
-21% vs national
Drive Alone
50.5%
-36% vs national
Public Transit
7.3%
+709% vs national
Work From Home
25.3%
+172% vs national
Carpool
7.0%
Walk / Bike
8.5%
combined
How Portland's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
69
2023
6-Year Avg
56
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
23
Cyclist
2
Nighttime
46
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 64 | 69 | 0 | 23 | 2 |
| 2022 | 62 | 62 | 0 | 27 | 3 |
| 2021 | 58 | 63 | 0 | 23 | 0 |
| 2020 | 51 | 56 | 17 | 18 | 5 |
| 2019 | 46 | 49 | 14 | 16 | 1 |
| 2018 | 36 | 36 | 12 | 16 | 2 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Portland, OR is 18 minutes, which is 21.4% below the national average of 23 minutes. 50.5% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 25.3% work from home, which is above the OR state average of 12.3%. Public transit is used by 7.3% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 7.0% of workers carpool. 4.8% walk to work. 3.7% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 69 traffic fatalities from 64 fatal crashes. 23 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
93.3%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
82.7%
of households
No Internet
4.3%
of households
Total Households
287,030
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
96.8%
of households
Smartphone
93.2%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
87.7%
of households
Tablet
66.6%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.7¢
per kWh
-15% vs 500,000 - 1,000,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.1¢
per kWh
-25% vs 500,000 - 1,000,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.1¢
per kWh
-17% vs 500,000 - 1,000,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$130
residential
-6% vs 500,000 - 1,000,000 avg
14% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Oregon averages 14.7¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $130. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Portland vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (500,000 - 1,000,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
27
Population Served
752,577
Violations (5yr)
11
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PORTLAND WATER BUREAU | Community | Surface water | 666,200 | 0 |
| ROCKWOOD PUD | Community | Purchased surface water | 65,443 | 0 |
| WEST SLOPE WATER DISTRICT | Community | Purchased surface water | 11,000 | 0 |
| RALEIGH WATER DISTRICT | Community | Purchased surface water | 4,500 | 0 |
| PALATINE HILL WATER DISTRICT | Community | Purchased surface water | 1,500 | 0 |
| WASHINGTON COUNTY RAILROAD | Community | Ground water | 795 | 0 |
| SHADY OAKS ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 648 | 0 |
| MANNA HOUSE CHURCH | Community | Ground water | 300 | 0 |
| SMGV/WIDGI CREEK | Community | Ground water | 300 | 2 |
| HIGHLINE OAKS WATER UTILITY | Community | Ground water | 242 | 0 |
| MONTGOMERY PLACE WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 207 | 0 |
| EVERETT SQUARE WINDCREST ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 204 | 0 |
| ROSE HILL ESTATES SUBDIVISION | Community | Ground water | 177 | 0 |
| ENCHANTED MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 150 | 0 |
| ROCKY POINTE MARINA | Community | Ground water | 125 | 0 |
| Columbia Place LLC | Community | Ground water | 125 | 0 |
| MOBILE VILLAGE MHP LLC | Community | Ground water | 100 | 0 |
| SAUVIE ISLAND MOORAGE | Community | Ground water | 96 | 1 |
| LAKEVIEW TRAILER PARK | Community | Ground water | 70 | 0 |
| WOODBURN MOBILE ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 70 | 0 |
| TOTEM VILLAGE MHP | Community | Ground water | 70 | 0 |
| MCCUDDYS LANDING | Community | Ground water | 70 | 0 |
| TIMBER CREEK ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 60 | 0 |
| THURSTON OAKS MHP | Community | Ground water | 38 | 0 |
| BIG OAK MARINA | Community | Ground water | 30 | 6 |
| MAYFAIR MOORAGE INC | Community | Ground water | 30 | 0 |
| ROBBINS NEST RESIDENTIAL PARK | Community | Ground water | 27 | 2 |
93.3% of households in Portland have broadband internet access. 82.7% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 9.0% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 4.3% of households have no internet access. 5.4% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 27 water systems, providing water to 752,577 people. A total of 11 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Portland is located in Multnomah County, OR. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Portland.
Election Overview
Source: Multnomah County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
323,969
79.3%
GOP Votes
70,231
17.2%
Total Votes
408,474
Margin
D+62.1%
Shift from 2020
D+0.8pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 323,969 | 70,231 | 408,474 | 79.3% | 17.2% | D+62.1 |
| 2020 | 367,249 | 82,995 | 463,659 | 79.2% | 17.9% | D+61.3 |
| 2016 | 271,754 | 63,055 | 357,762 | 76.0% | 17.6% | D+58.3 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Multnomah County recorded 408,474 total votes. Democrats won the county with 79.3% of the vote compared to 17.2% for Republicans, a margin of D+62.1%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted D+0.8pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Multnomah County has shifted 3.8 percentage points toward Democrats.
Official City Website
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
5,118
Total Assets
$29.0B
Total Income
$25.7B
Per 10K Residents
79.6
nonprofits
-1.7% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
770
Median Assets
$299K
Oldest Active
1925
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $14.5B of $29.0B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 500,000 - 1,000,000
Largest Nonprofits in Portland
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OREGON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $3.3B | $772.0M | 1973 | |
| KAISER FOUNDATION HEALTH PLAN OF THE NORTHWEST | Health Care | $2.3B | $6.3B | 1981 | |
| LEGACY HEALTH | Health Care | $2.1B | $543.6M | 1993 | |
| OREGON HEALTH AND SCIENCE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION | Education | $1.6B | $175.5M | 1971 | |
| REED INSTITUTE | Education | $1.1B | $309.3M | 1938 | |
| CAREOREGON INC | Health Care | $1.1B | $2.6B | 1989 | |
| MEYER MEMORIAL TRUST | Philanthropy | $885.2M | $178.8M | 1982 | |
| UNIVERSITY OF PORTLAND | Education | $718.8M | $274.5M | 1936 | |
| OCF JOSEPH E WESTON PUBLIC FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $637.5M | $14.5M | 1992 | |
| LEWIS AND CLARK COLLEGE | Education | $630.4M | $325.8M | 1946 | |
| GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF THE COLUMBIA WILLAMETTE | Employment | $467.6M | $283.7M | 1928 | |
| LEMELSON FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $414.4M | $228.0M | 1998 | |
| LEGACY GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER PAYROLL DEPT | Health Care | $391.0M | $510.0M | 1970 | |
| HEALTH SHARE OF OREGON | Health Care | $363.8M | $3.6B | 2014 | |
| VITAL PROJECTS FUND INC | — | $362.9M | $57.2M | 1993 | |
| PROVIDENCE ST VINCENT MEDICAL FOUNDATION | Health Care | $359.3M | $61.7M | 1970 | |
| VOCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION | Employment | $327.8M | $111.3M | 2000 | |
| MERCY CORPS | International | $296.6M | $467.3M | 1981 | |
| CENTRAL CITY CONCERN INC | Mental Health | $277.9M | $164.2M | 1979 | |
| TERWILLIGER PLAZA INC | Human Services | $268.2M | $112.9M | 1990 | |
| PROVIDENCE PORTLAND MEDICAL FOUNDATION | Health Care | $249.3M | $38.0M | 1990 | |
| LEGACY EMANUEL HOSPITAL & HEALTH CENTER | Health Care | $247.9M | $1.3B | 1963 | |
| NETWORK FOR OREGON AFFORDABLE HOUSING | Housing & Shelter | $246.2M | $10.9M | 1992 | |
| PORTLAND ART MUSEUM | Arts & Culture | $235.6M | $39.2M | 1938 | |
| COLLINS FOUNDATION | — | $234.9M | $134.5M | 1950 | |
| PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION | — | $195.7M | $49.4M | 1964 | |
| OCHIN INC | Health Care | $194.6M | $273.8M | 2004 | |
| JAMES F AND MARION L MILLER FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $178.5M | $279.9M | 2003 | |
| ROSE VILLA INC | Human Services | $164.8M | $29.6M | 1964 | |
| WILLAMETTE VIEW MANOR INC | Human Services | $163.5M | $39.8M | 1973 | |
| OREGON PUBLIC BROADCASTING | Arts & Culture | $154.1M | $95.1M | 1982 | |
| HOLLIS FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $147.5M | $71.3M | 2019 | |
| SILVER FAMILY FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $145.2M | $236.0M | 1999 | |
| HEALTH PLAN OF CAREOREGON INC | Health Care | $138.0M | $318.9M | 2017 | |
| GOOD SAMARITAN FOUNDATION | Health Care | $129.6M | $28.7M | 2017 | |
| REACH COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT INC | Housing & Shelter | $120.0M | $36.2M | 1982 | |
| OREGON JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $112.8M | $23.0M | 1990 | |
| OREGON HUMANE SOCIETY | Animal-Related | $112.8M | $41.3M | 1941 | |
| LIFEWORKS NW | Mental Health | $111.9M | $53.7M | 1963 | |
| CASCADIA HEALTH | Mental Health | $107.8M | $103.7M | 1981 | |
| HAROLD & ARLENE SCHNITZER CARE FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $104.8M | $25.2M | 1995 | |
| CAMBIA HEALTH FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $100.6M | $67.6M | 2007 | |
| CATLIN GABEL SCHOOL | Education | $99.6M | $51.2M | 1967 | |
| OREGON FOOD BANK INC | — | $99.1M | $133.7M | 1982 | |
| ENERGY TRUST OF OREGON INC | Environment | $96.0M | $251.2M | 2002 | |
| HOUSING NORTHWEST INC | Education | $85.8M | $11.9M | 1970 | |
| INNOVATIVE HOUSING INC | Housing & Shelter | $83.6M | $10.4M | 1985 | |
| WESTERN RIVERS CONSERVANCY | Environment | $78.5M | $42.1M | 2002 | |
| JORDAN SCHNITZER FAMILY FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $76.9M | $21.2M | 1998 | |
| THE HEALY FOUNDATION | Human Services | $75.3M | $2.3M | 1997 |
Portland, OR has 5,118 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $29.0B. The most common category is Arts, Culture & Humanities, with 646 organizations. 770 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 79.6 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1925.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
7,085
Total Approved
$2.6B
Jobs Supported
63,663
Per 10K Residents
110.2
SBA loans
+55.3% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
230
Top Lender
U.S. Bank, National Association
1,539 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
6,516
Total Amount
$2.1B
Avg Loan
$324,901
Median Loan
$100,000
SBA Guaranteed
$1.6B(75%)
Jobs Supported
55,839
Loans
569
Total Amount
$438.1M
Avg Loan
$769,866
Median Loan
$552,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
1,155
16% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$701.0M
27% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$606,898
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 500,000 - 1,000,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Barbur Vista Care Llc | 2 | $10.0M |
| Eve Land Investments Llc | 3 | $9.0M |
| Solutions Yes Llc | 2 | $8.9M |
| 4224 Mississippi Llc | 3 | $7.4M |
| Portland Container Repair Corporation | 18 | $7.2M |
| 9ifx Llc | 5 | $6.5M |
| Baseballism Inc. | 3 | $6.2M |
| Fatpine Llc | 6 | $6.2M |
| C4 Group Llc | 3 | $6.1M |
| Rall Properties Llc | 4 | $6.0M |
Portland, OR has received 7,085 SBA loans totaling $2.6B in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 6,516 loans (92% of the total), supporting 55,839 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 569 loans totaling $438.1M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Portland is U.S. Bank, National Association with 1,539 loans. That works out to 110.2 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
46
Total Population
1,271,920
Avg Median Income
-$43,391,741
Avg Home Value
-$42,926,485
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97003 | 27,791 | $96,962 | $458,200 | $1,925 | 4.7 |
| 97005 | 27,812 | $74,306 | $476,000 | $1,551 | 5.1 |
| 97006 | 45,556 | $100,373 | $535,800 | $1,844 | 7.2 |
| 97008 | 29,183 | $90,246 | $555,300 | $1,664 | 5.3 |
| 97034 | 21,119 | $147,688 | $995,900 | $2,030 | 7.8 |
| 97035 | 25,875 | $126,866 | $790,900 | $1,951 | 5.8 |
| 97086 | 33,685 | $102,591 | $655,700 | $1,598 | 10.5 |
| 97201 | 17,229 | $67,074 | $648,400 | $1,565 | 1.9 |
| 97202 | 44,107 | $100,353 | $684,800 | $1,674 | 6.3 |
| 97203 | 33,159 | $77,619 | $468,600 | $1,551 | 10.8 |
| 97204 | 932 | N/A | N/A | $783 | 0.3 |
| 97205 | 9,232 | $58,943 | $693,600 | $1,381 | 0.9 |
| 97206 | 50,258 | $94,233 | $480,500 | $1,693 | 6.5 |
| 97208 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 97209 | 21,727 | $84,059 | $573,700 | $1,669 | 1.0 |
| 97210 | 11,331 | $87,942 | $991,500 | $1,577 | 8.9 |
| 97211 | 33,713 | $109,604 | $616,800 | $1,818 | 7.1 |
| 97212 | 27,573 | $128,098 | $824,800 | $1,790 | 2.7 |
| 97213 | 31,238 | $95,801 | $609,100 | $1,490 | 4.0 |
| 97214 | 28,128 | $86,879 | $733,200 | $1,628 | 2.9 |
| 97215 | 17,849 | $114,361 | $658,500 | $1,587 | 2.3 |
| 97216 | 16,735 | $71,951 | $439,000 | $1,390 | 2.5 |
| 97217 | 34,756 | $100,387 | $569,500 | $1,789 | 11.2 |
| 97218 | 14,704 | $81,367 | $493,300 | $1,440 | 6.7 |
| 97219 | 43,111 | $115,525 | $651,600 | $1,603 | 11.7 |
| 97220 | 27,810 | $68,976 | $427,700 | $1,412 | 7.5 |
| 97221 | 13,118 | $146,017 | $789,700 | $1,658 | 4.4 |
| 97222 | 36,643 | $77,441 | $465,100 | $1,592 | 8.7 |
| 97223 | 50,226 | $108,040 | $577,600 | $1,726 | 11.1 |
| 97224 | 36,015 | $94,456 | $579,400 | $1,693 | 9.1 |
| 97225 | 25,802 | $111,341 | $709,500 | $1,703 | 6.7 |
| 97227 | 6,378 | $79,161 | $595,900 | $1,609 | 1.4 |
| 97229 | 75,626 | $159,863 | $728,800 | $1,948 | 19.6 |
| 97230 | 41,682 | $70,582 | $435,800 | $1,511 | 14.0 |
| 97232 | 15,152 | $71,278 | $801,300 | $1,584 | 1.9 |
| 97233 | 37,518 | $54,886 | $385,100 | $1,352 | 4.6 |
| 97236 | 37,864 | $68,582 | $414,400 | $1,436 | 7.7 |
| 97239 | 18,224 | $108,795 | $713,100 | $1,749 | 3.6 |
| 97258 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 97266 | 35,992 | $71,791 | $420,800 | $1,532 | 6.1 |
| 97267 | 31,160 | $85,178 | $489,100 | $1,607 | 7.2 |
| 98660 | 13,699 | $65,147 | $444,300 | $1,408 | 15.3 |
| 98661 | 52,027 | $75,037 | $424,700 | $1,440 | 10.9 |
| 98663 | 15,645 | $84,590 | $430,900 | $1,538 | 4.1 |
| 98664 | 22,923 | $81,697 | $442,300 | $1,670 | 5.2 |
| 98683 | 31,613 | $83,821 | $501,500 | $1,783 | 7.3 |
Portland, OR has 46 ZIP codes with a combined population of 1,271,920. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$43,391,741. The average median home value is -$42,926,485. The average median monthly rent is -$28,983,965.
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