Albany, OR Local Data & Statistics

State: OR

Total population: 56,839 Household income: $78,114 Rent: $1,372

Overview

Total population

56,839

Rent

$1,372

Year built

1983

Household income

$78,114

Per capita income

$37,281

Poverty rate

13.5%

Unemployment rate

4.6%

Household size

2.5 persons

Rent over 30% of income

54.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Oregon

Total population

56,839

Adults over 25

38,465

Total households

21,933

Household size

2.5 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$78,114

Per capita income

$37,281

Poverty rate

13.5%

Unemployment rate

4.6%

Rent over 30% of income

54.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,372

Year built

1983

Households that rent

41.1%

Households that own

58.9%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.3

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

79.5%

Black

0.8%

Asian

Two or more races

9.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

16.5%

Not Hispanic or Latino

83.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

85.8%

Commute time to work

21 mins

Work from home

14.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

33.8%

High school graduate or GED

22.8%

Some college or associate degree

14%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

29.4%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Albany, OR with: Oregon United States

Albany, OR

Total population56,839

Rent$1,372

Year built1983

Household income$78,114

Per capita income$37,281

Poverty rate13.5%

Unemployment rate4.6%

Oregon State

Total population4,254,293

Rent$1,525

Year built1981

Household income$83,011

Per capita income$45,612

Poverty rate11.9%

Unemployment rate4.2%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityAlbany, OR	StateOregon	CountryUnited States
Total population	56,839	4,254,293	334,922,499
Rent	$1,372	$1,525	$1,413
Year built	1983	1981	1980
Household income	$78,114	$83,011	$80,734
Per capita income	$37,281	$45,612	$44,673
Poverty rate	13.5%	11.9%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	4.6%	4.2%	4%

View the complete comparison of Albany, OR, Oregon and United States →

Summary for Albany, OR

Albany is located in Oregon.

Rent & Income

In Albany, the typical monthly rent is $1,372 and the typical household income is $78,114. Rent here is lower than Oregon and similar to the U.S., and household income is lower than Oregon and similar to the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 13.5%, which is higher than in both Oregon and national.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 41.1% of households. About 54.5% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is moderate, with about 29.4% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 4.6%, which is higher than both Oregon and the national rate.

Albany, OR — Rent vs Household Income

Albany, OR — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Albany, OR compares in Oregon (12 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,372	2 / 12	from lower rent	$1,258 – $1,978
Household income	$78,114	6 / 12	from higher income	$65,012 – $108,823
Poverty rate	13.5%	8 / 12	from lower poverty	6.7% – 24.3%
Unemployment rate	4.6%	12 / 12	from lower unemployment	3.8% – 4.6%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Oregon with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Albany, OR

Rent

In rent comparisons, Albany comes in 2nd out of 12 large places. Across Oregon, rents vary from $1,258 in Springfield, OR to $1,978 in Hillsboro, OR.

Household income

Looking at household income, Albany places 6th out of 12 significant areas. Incomes across Oregon range between $65,012 in Corvallis, OR and $108,823 in Tigard, OR.

Poverty rate

Looking at poverty, Albany ranks 8th out of 12 large places. Statewide poverty rates range from 6.7% in Tigard, OR to 24.3% in Corvallis, OR.

Unemployment rate

Albany places 12th among 12 large communities for unemployment. Statewide figures run from 3.8% to 4.6%.

💰 Rent in Albany, OR (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,372 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Albany, OR

Annual Household Income: $78,114

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Albany, OR

Estimated Rate: 13.5%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Albany, OR

In Albany, OR, households that rent: 9,006 (41.1%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	9,006	41.1%
Owner-Occupied	12,927	58.9%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Albany, OR

In Albany, OR, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 4,907 (54.5%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	4,907	54.5%
Other renter households	4,099	45.5%
Total renter households	9,006	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Albany, OR

Less than High School: 12,997 people (33.8%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 8,775 people (22.8%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 5,374 people (14%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 11,319 people (29.4%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 38,465

📊 Unemployment Rate in Albany, OR

Estimated Rate: 4.6%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.