Springfield, OR Census Data
The 9th largest city in Oregon by population · 13 cities ranked
Springfield is the 9th largest city in Oregon by population and ranks 11th of 13 for median household income. With 61,642 residents, its poverty rate of 15.5% 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
61,642
49.5% male · 50.5% female
Median Age
37.2
1.5 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$67,211
$11,327 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
21.6%
13.4% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 89.9%
Poverty Rate
15.5%
3.1% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 7.3%
Broadband Access
96.3%
6.6% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$323,800
Median rent: $1,201 · 55% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.4%
Labor force participation: 62.0%
Per Capita Income
$35,757
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
8.0%
Disability rate: 18.3%
How Springfield Compares to Other Oregon Cities
Rankings among all 13 Oregon cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 9th of 13 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 11th of 13 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 11th of 13 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 13th of 13 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 13th of 13 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Springfield, OR Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Springfield, OR?
The population of Springfield, OR is 61,642 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 37.2 years.
What is the median household income in Springfield?
The median household income in Springfield, OR is $67,211, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $35,757.
What is the poverty rate in Springfield?
The poverty rate in Springfield, OR is 15.5%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 7.3% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Springfield residents have a college degree?
21.6% of adults (25+) in Springfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 89.9% 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 Springfield?
The median home value in Springfield, OR is $323,800. Median rent is $1,201 per month, with 55% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Springfield?
Springfield's population is 78.4% White, 0.8% Black, 14.8% Hispanic or Latino, and 1.7% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Springfield rank among Oregon cities?
Springfield is the 9th largest city in Oregon by population, the 11th highest for median household income, the 11th lowest for poverty rate, the 13th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 13 ranked Oregon cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Springfield?
The unemployment rate in Springfield, OR is 5.4%, with a labor force participation rate of 62.0%. Per capita income is $35,757.
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