Gresham, OR Census Data
The 4th largest city in Oregon by population · 13 cities ranked
Gresham is the 4th largest city in Oregon by population and ranks 8th of 13 for median household income. With 112,818 residents, its poverty rate of 12.7% 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
112,818
50.1% male · 49.9% female
Median Age
37.2
1.5 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$73,608
$4,930 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
23.6%
11.4% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 87.2%
Poverty Rate
12.7%
0.3% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 8.3%
Broadband Access
95.8%
6.1% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$440,000
Median rent: $1,508 · 56% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.3%
Labor force participation: 61.7%
Per Capita Income
$41,442
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
6.6%
Disability rate: 16.7%
How Gresham Compares to Other Oregon Cities
Rankings among all 13 Oregon cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 4th of 13 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 8th of 13 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 7th of 13 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 12th of 13 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 8th of 13 | Bottom half |
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Race & Ethnicity
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Gresham, OR Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Gresham, OR?
The population of Gresham, OR is 112,818 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 37.2 years.
What is the median household income in Gresham?
The median household income in Gresham, OR is $73,608, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $41,442.
What is the poverty rate in Gresham?
The poverty rate in Gresham, OR is 12.7%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 8.3% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Gresham residents have a college degree?
23.6% of adults (25+) in Gresham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 87.2% 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 Gresham?
The median home value in Gresham, OR is $440,000. Median rent is $1,508 per month, with 56% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Gresham?
Gresham's population is 67.7% White, 4.4% Black, 21.1% Hispanic or Latino, and 5.7% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Gresham rank among Oregon cities?
Gresham is the 4th largest city in Oregon by population, the 8th highest for median household income, the 7th lowest for poverty rate, the 12th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 13 ranked Oregon cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Gresham?
The unemployment rate in Gresham, OR is 5.3%, with a labor force participation rate of 61.7%. Per capita income is $41,442.
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