Oregon
State in United States
Oregon has a land area of 95,962.6 square miles and a water area of 2,390.0 square miles. It is the 10th largest state by area. Oregon is bordered by Nevada, California, Idaho, and Washington.
Population and People
Total Population
4,246,155Data from Census BureauAverage Age
40.1 YearData from Census BureauSenior Population (65 years and older)
789,896Data from Census BureauVeterans
7.7%Data from Census Bureau
Income and Poverty
Median Household Income
$96,344Data from Census BureauPoverty
20.2%Data from Census Bureau
Employment and Labor Force
Total Eligible Employment Population
3,483,670Data from Census BureauUnemployed
3.9%Data from Census Bureau
Housing
Housing Units
1,702,599Data from Census BureauMedian Gross Rent (in dollars)
$1,282Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: Less Than 30% Household Income
51.4%Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: 30% or More of Household Income
48.6%Data from Census BureauMedian Home Price (in dollars)
$422,700Data from Census BureauRenter Rate
616,569Data from Census BureauHomeownership Rate
1,086,030Data from Census Bureau
Health
Disabled
15.1%Data from Census Bureau
The Department of Housing and Urban Development is on its mission to provide decent and affordable housing to Americans with low-income. Within the United States there are 10 different geographical regions that HUD has been divided into. Depending on where your state is located you would be zoned to one of these Regional Offices. To find your Regional office: Affordable Housing411 Regional Office Page.
Within these Regional Offices zones there are 54 different Field Offices. Again, depending on your location you will be zoned to a particular Field Office. To Find Your Field Office visit: Affordable Housing411 Field Offices Page.
Lastly locally there are almost 4,000 Local Housing Authorities Offices. To find your local office visit: Affordable Housing411 Public Housing Authority Page
Each State or area can have different income limits and eligibility requirements. We recommend you contact your local housing authority for specific income guidelines.
The State of Oregon is located in Seattle Regional Office. Within Oregon there are . Throughout Oregon there are 23 Public Housing Authority Offices.
We at Affordable Housing 411, have gathered all the contact information for all of HUD’s Offices. We want to be an advocate for those in need of affordable housing.
FIELD OFFICES HUD: OREGON
REGIONAL OFFICE HUD: OREGON
TANF OFFICE HUD: OREGON
LIHEAP OFFICE HUD: OREGON
LIHWAP OFFICE HUD: OREGON
RENTAL HELP: OREGON
Subsidized Apartments
HUD helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants. To apply, contact or visit the management office of each apartment building that interests you.
Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
To apply for either type of help, visit your local Public Housing Agency (PHA).
- PHAs in Oregon
- Questions? Email us
or call (800) 955-2232
Some PHAs have long waiting lists, so you may want to apply at more than one PHA.
Need advice?
HOMEOWNERSHIP: OREGON
Owning a home is a big part of the American Dream. Here are some resources that can help you buy, maintain and keep your home.
Getting Started
- Housing counseling agencies – free or low-cost counseling services for buying, renting, defaults, foreclosures, credit issues and reverse mortgages
- Predatory lending – beware if you’re buying or refinancing your home; don’t become a victim of unfair lending practices
Buying a Home
- Assistance programs – resources and programs to help you buy and maintain your home
- HUD homes for sale
- Shop Before you Buy – Find an interest rate that suits your wallet, your situation and your community with the Consumer Financial Protection Board’s Interest Rate Checker
Owning and Maintaining Your Home
- Home repairs – money for home improvements and repairs
- Avoid foreclosure – don’t lose your home
- Make your home more energy efficient
Population by Age Range in Oregon
Age and Sex
40.1 +/- 0.2
Median Age in Oregon
Age and Sex
40.1 +/- 0.2
Median Age in Oregon
38.8 +/- 0.1
Median Age in United States
Population by Age Range in Oregon
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Older Population by Age Range in Oregon
Older Population
18.60 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Oregon
Older Population
18.60 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Oregon
16.8 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in United States
Older Population by Age in Oregon
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Veterans in Oregon
Veterans
7.70 +/- 0.2
Veterans in Oregon
Veterans
7.70 +/- 0.2
Veterans in Oregon
6.4 +/- 0.1
Veterans in United States
Veterans in Oregon
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Median Household Income in Oregon
Median Household Income
$71,562 +/- $1,058
Median Household Income in Oregon
Median Household Income
$71,562 +/- $1,058
Median Household Income in Oregon
$69,717 +/- $134
Median Household Income in United States
Median Household Income in Oregon
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Poverty in Oregon
Poverty
12.20 +/- 0.4
Poverty in Oregon
Poverty
12.20 +/- 0.4
Poverty in Oregon
12.8 +/- 0.1
Poverty in United States
Poverty in Oregon
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Educational Attainment in Oregon
Educational Attainment
36.30 +/- 0.5
Educational Attainment in Oregon
Educational Attainment
36.30 +/- 0.5
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in Oregon
35.0 +/- 0.1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in United States
Educational Attainment in Oregon
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Employment and Labor Force Status in Oregon
Employment rate
57.60% +/- 0.5%
Employment rate in Oregon
Employment rate
57.60% +/- 0.5%
Employment rate in Oregon
58.6% +/- 0.1%
Employment rate in United States
HUD MAILING LISTS: OREGON
HUD Highlights Region X Newsletter Want to keep up with changes at HUD? Want to know when grant funds are available, or new policies are implemented? Then this is the newsletter for you! Once per month you’ll get a brief yet informative email from our Regional Office highlighting important happenings at HUD, both in the Northwest and throughout the country.
Northwest Office of Native American Programs News Want to know more about HUD’s Native American Programs in the Northwest? Subscribe to this list for news, program updates, training opportunities and more.
Oregon Multifamily Owners and Management Agents This mailing list will distribute guidance and information to owners and management agents in Oregon.
The Groundbreaker The Groundbreaker Listserv provides timely information from HUD Oregon’s Field Office Director about funding opportunities, events and conferences, new initiatives and innovations from HUD and its housing, community and economic development partners across Oregon.
Affordable Housing Types
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Last Updated: August 23, 2023