Bend, OR Census Data
The 6th largest city in Oregon by population · 13 cities ranked
Bend is the 6th largest city in Oregon by population and ranks 6th of 13 for median household income. With 101,472 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 9 other Oregon cities. 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
101,472
50.2% male · 49.8% female
Median Age
40.3
1.6 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$88,792
$10,254 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
51.1%
16.1% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 96.2%
Poverty Rate
9.5%
2.9% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 6.8%
Broadband Access
97.1%
7.4% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$646,800
Median rent: $1,767 · 62% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
3.7%
Labor force participation: 65.3%
Per Capita Income
$48,931
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
6.0%
Disability rate: 10.3%
How Bend Compares to Other Oregon Cities
Rankings among all 13 Oregon cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 6th of 13 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 6th of 13 | Top half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 4th of 13 | Top half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 3rd of 13 | Top 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 1st of 13 | Top 10% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Bend, OR Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bend, OR?
The population of Bend, OR is 101,472 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 40.3 years.
What is the median household income in Bend?
The median household income in Bend, OR is $88,792, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $48,931.
What is the poverty rate in Bend?
The poverty rate in Bend, OR is 9.5%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 6.8% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Bend residents have a college degree?
51.1% of adults (25+) in Bend hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 96.2% 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 Bend?
The median home value in Bend, OR is $646,800. Median rent is $1,767 per month, with 62% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Bend?
Bend's population is 88.0% White, 0.3% Black, 8.8% Hispanic or Latino, and 1.2% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Bend rank among Oregon cities?
Bend is the 6th largest city in Oregon by population, the 6th highest for median household income, the 4th lowest for poverty rate, the 3rd highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 13 ranked Oregon cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Bend?
The unemployment rate in Bend, OR is 3.7%, with a labor force participation rate of 65.3%. Per capita income is $48,931.
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