Albany, OR Census Data
The 11th largest city in Oregon by population · 13 cities ranked
Albany is the 11th largest city in Oregon by population and ranks 7th of 13 for median household income. With 56,773 residents, its poverty rate of 13.3% ranks among the higher rates in Oregon. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
56,773
49.7% male · 50.3% female
Median Age
37.1
1.6 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$73,809
$4,729 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
28.6%
6.4% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 92.7%
Poverty Rate
13.3%
0.9% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 6.5%
Broadband Access
96.1%
6.4% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$352,900
Median rent: $1,311 · 59% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.9%
Labor force participation: 58.8%
Per Capita Income
$42,303
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
8.8%
Disability rate: 17.3%
How Albany Compares to Other Oregon Cities
Rankings among all 13 Oregon cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 11th of 13 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 7th of 13 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 9th of 13 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 11th of 13 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 12th of 13 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Albany, OR Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Albany, OR?
The population of Albany, OR is 56,773 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 37.1 years.
What is the median household income in Albany?
The median household income in Albany, OR is $73,809, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $42,303.
What is the poverty rate in Albany?
The poverty rate in Albany, OR is 13.3%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 6.5% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Albany residents have a college degree?
28.6% of adults (25+) in Albany hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 92.7% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Albany?
The median home value in Albany, OR is $352,900. Median rent is $1,311 per month, with 59% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Albany?
Albany's population is 81.2% White, 0.5% Black, 15.3% Hispanic or Latino, and 1.6% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Albany rank among Oregon cities?
Albany is the 11th largest city in Oregon by population, the 7th highest for median household income, the 9th lowest for poverty rate, the 11th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 13 ranked Oregon cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Albany?
The unemployment rate in Albany, OR is 5.9%, with a labor force participation rate of 58.8%. Per capita income is $42,303.
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