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Eugene-Springfield, OR Metro Area

Eugene-Springfield, OR · Metro Area

384,207Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 1 county. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income
$71,544
Median home value
$430,600
Land area
4,554 sq mi
84 people per sq mi

Market now

Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

CountyRolePopulationMedian incomeMedian home value
Lane County, ORCentral384,207$71,544$430,600

Largest cities and towns

12 places in our city pages lie in this area.

PlaceTypePopulationMedian income
Eugene, ORCity179,591$66,562
Springfield, ORCity61,499$68,761
Cottage Grove, ORCity10,698$80,875
Florence, ORCity9,482$53,333
Junction City, ORCity6,947$85,595
Creswell, ORCity5,621$100,385
Veneta, ORCity5,200$66,890
Oakridge, ORCity3,184$40,297
Coburg, ORCity1,626$98,000
Dunes City, ORCity1,357$65,313
Lowell, ORCity1,228$99,440
Westfir, ORCity253$66,667

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
15.3%
Unemployment
6.4%
College Educated
34%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income
$71,544
Mean Household Income
$92,524

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male
49.4%
Female
50.6%

Population Split

Male49.4%
Female50.6%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

German17.9%
English14.8%
Irish12.8%
Mexican7.6%
Italian4.2%
Scottish3.4%
French3.0%
Polish1.7%
African0.4%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

5.4%Foreign Born
94.6%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized50.2%
Non-Citizen49.8%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later28.8%
Before 201071.2%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units
169,788
Median Rent
$1,355/mo
Median Home Value
$430,600
Median Year Built
1977

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
88,736
College Enrollment
31.6%
High School
18.8%
College Educated
34.0%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
20.2 min
Drive Alone Rate
66.0%
Public Transit
1.8%
Work From Home
15.5%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18
17.5%
18-34 Years
25.9%
35-64 Years
35.8%
65+ Years
20.8%

Population Composition

Under 1817.5%
18-3425.9%
35-6435.8%
65+20.8%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples
42.9%
Single Parent
5.3%
Living Alone
29.2%
Avg Size
2.33

Household Types

Married Couples42.9%
Single Parent5.3%
Living Alone29.2%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income
$39,088
SNAP Usage
19.1%
Health Insurance
94.4%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k17.2%
$25k - $50k19.0%
$50k - $100k30.0%
$100k+33.8%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
9.8%
Retail Trade
11.9%
Education & Health Care
28.1%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

17.1%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

94.4%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet
92.1%vs ~90% National Avg
Computer Ownership
97.2%vs ~95% National Avg
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better
101.6
0130
Below average< 97
Near average97 - 103
Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better
84.3
0200
Hard to Afford< 80
Moderate80 - 100
Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)