Cornelius Oregon Population

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Cornelius, Oregon has about 15,000 residents, with strong growth since the 2020 Census and a majority Hispanic population. The community is relatively young, with a median age in the mid‑30s and household incomes around or slightly above the Oregon median.

Current population

  • The official 2020 Census count for Cornelius was 12,813 residents.
  • Recent estimates put the population around 15,000–15,400 people in 2023–2024, reflecting several percent annual growth.
  • One widely used estimate for 2025 projects roughly 16,000 residents.

Age and household profile

  • The median age is about 35–36 years, indicating a relatively young population compared with many U.S. communities.
  • Average household size is just under 3 people, and there are roughly 4,400–4,600 households in the city.

Race and ethnicity

  • By race, major groups include White (about 42–47% of residents), “some other race” (around 26–28%), and people reporting two or more races (about 14–19%), with smaller percentages identifying as Native American, Asian, Black or African American, and Pacific Islander.
  • By ethnicity, Hispanic or Latino residents make up just over half the population, around 52–53%.

Income and poverty

  • The median household income is about 90,000 to 94,000 dollars per year, with average household income somewhat higher.
  • Roughly 7–9% of residents or families are estimated to be living in poverty, which is below many national averages but still significant locally.

Quick comparison table

MetricApproximate value (recent)
2020 Census population12,813 residents
2023–2024 population est.14,981–15,369 residents
2025 projectionAbout 16,000 residents
Median ageAbout 35–36 years
Hispanic/Latino shareAbout 52–53%
White (non‑Hispanic)About 42–47%
Median household incomeAbout 90k–94k dollars