Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | -2.04 |
| Below Poverty | 19.0% ▲ 90% above avg |
| College Grads | 61.9% ▲ 60% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.7% ▲ 58% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 240 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,269 (13.4%) |
| Some College | 4,457 (9.5%) |
| Associates | 6,751 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 4,470 (9.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 24,666 (52.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,125 ▼ 8% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $474,715 ▲ 70% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,338/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 37,306 |
| Vacant Units | 2,329 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Benton County is located in Oregon and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 86,575 residents. With a median age of 34.04, it is a relatively young county.
Benton County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $70,125 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.7%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 19.0% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Benton County is a premium housing market, with a median home value of $474,715 — significantly above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,337.
The residents of Benton County are primarily White (76.24%). Educational attainment is highly educated — 61.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, significantly above the national average.
Benton County, OR is a solidly middle-class area in Oregon. The 8 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97324 | Alsea | 1,129 | $65,781 | $324,600 | $1,127 | 3.4% | 26.6% |
| 97326 | Blodgett | 931 | $104,409 | $334,000 | — | 9.6% | 40.7% |
| 97330 | Corvallis | 44,464 | $69,127 | $495,700 | $1,339 | 6.8% | 65.9% |
| 97333 | Corvallis | 23,655 | $64,581 | $482,200 | $1,360 | 6.7% | 63.9% |
| 97456 | Monroe | 3,278 | $66,250 | $372,100 | $1,189 | 14.1% | 36.5% |
| 97370 | Philomath | 9,443 | $87,198 | $424,600 | $1,353 | 2.1% | 59.9% |