Eugene, OR Local Data & Statistics

State: OR

Total population: 179,591 Household income: $66,562 Rent: $1,402

Overview

Total population

179,591

Rent

$1,402

Year built

1980

Household income

$66,562

Per capita income

$41,560

Poverty rate

19%

Unemployment rate

4.0%

Household size

2.2 persons

Rent over 30% of income

56.6%

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

179,591

Adults over 25

117,571

Total households

76,822

Household size

2.2 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

$66,562

Per capita income

$41,560

Poverty rate

19%

Unemployment rate

4.0%

Rent over 30% of income

56.6%

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

Housing

Rent

$1,402

Year built

1980

Households that rent

52.1%

Households that own

47.9%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.0

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

Race

White

76.8%

Black

1.8%

Asian

4.1%

Two or more races

12.1%

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

11.7%

Not Hispanic or Latino

88.3%

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

82.7%

Commute time to work

18 mins

Work from home

17.3%

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

28.4%

High school graduate or GED

17.5%

Some college or associate degree

9.1%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

45.1%

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

Comparison of Eugene, OR with: Oregon United States

Eugene, OR

Total population179,591

Rent$1,402

Year built1980

Household income$66,562

Per capita income$41,560

Poverty rate19%

Unemployment rate4.0%

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	CityEugene, OR	StateOregon	CountryUnited States
Total population	179,591	4,254,293	334,922,499
Rent	$1,402	$1,525	$1,413
Year built	1980	1981	1980
Household income	$66,562	$83,011	$80,734
Per capita income	$41,560	$45,612	$44,673
Poverty rate	19%	11.9%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	4.0%	4.2%	4%

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

Summary for Eugene, OR

Eugene is located in Oregon.

Rent & Income

In Eugene, the typical monthly rent is $1,402 and the typical household income is $66,562. Rent here is lower than Oregon and similar to the U.S., and household income is lower than both Oregon and the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 19%, which is higher than in both Oregon and national.

Housing & Affordability

Renters make up about 52.1% of households, indicating a relatively balanced mix of renters and owners. About 56.6% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is very high, with about 45.1% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 4.0%, which is similar to both Oregon and the national rate.

Eugene, OR — Rent vs Household Income

Eugene, OR — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Eugene, OR compares in Oregon (12 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,402	6 / 12	from lower rent	$1,258 – $1,978
Household income	$66,562	11 / 12	from higher income	$65,012 – $108,823
Poverty rate	19%	11 / 12	from lower poverty	6.7% – 24.3%
Unemployment rate	4%	6 / 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 Eugene, OR

Rent

When it comes to rent costs, Eugene places 6th among 12 large places in Oregon. Across the state, rents run from $1,258 in Springfield, OR up to $1,978 in Hillsboro, OR.

Household income

For median household income, Eugene is ranked 11th out of 12 large areas. Statewide incomes span from $65,012 in Corvallis, OR to $108,823 in Tigard, OR.

Poverty rate

Eugene places 11th out of 12 large communities for poverty. Statewide figures move from 6.7% in Tigard, OR up to 24.3% in Corvallis, OR.

Unemployment rate

In terms of unemployment, Eugene is ranked 6th out of 12 major areas. Across Oregon, rates go from 3.8% in Corvallis, OR up to 4.6% in Albany, OR.

💰 Rent in Eugene, OR (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,402 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 Eugene, OR

Annual Household Income: $66,562

💡 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 Eugene, OR

Estimated Rate: 19%

💡 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 Eugene, OR

In Eugene, OR, households that rent: 40,028 (52.1%)

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

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	40,028	52.1%
Owner-Occupied	36,794	47.9%

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 Eugene, OR

In Eugene, OR, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 22,672 (56.6%)

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

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	22,672	56.6%
Other renter households	17,356	43.4%
Total renter households	40,028	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 Eugene, OR

Less than High School: 33,349 people (28.4%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 20,521 people (17.5%)

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

Some College or Associate Degree: 10,692 people (9.1%)

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

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 53,009 people (45.1%)

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

👥 Total Adults (25+): 117,571

📊 Unemployment Rate in Eugene, OR

Estimated Rate: 4.0%

💡 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%.

Similar Population

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