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County overview

Multnomah County

Oregon - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Multnomah County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Multnomah County

Population
808,098
Age 65+
14.1%
Median age
38.2
Owner-occupied
54.5%
With disability
13.2%
Median home value
$492,100
Median income
$83,668
Residents 65+
114,187
How Multnomah County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
-14.5%
% owner-occupied
-15.9%
% with disability
+2.3%
Median household income
+11.3%
Median home value
+74.6%
Median age
-0.8%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

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599,541 residents
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199,352 residents

Aging-in-place in Multnomah County

Multnomah County is home to roughly 808,098 residents, of whom about 113,942 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 14.1%, well below the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 54.5% of homes in Multnomah County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $492,100. That's a lower-than-average ownership rate, which can mean more renters navigating accessibility modifications with landlord involvement. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 13.2% of Multnomah County residents report a disability, a rate in line with national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.