Cornelius is a city located in Washington County, Oregon. Cornelius has a 2026 population of 16,647. Cornelius is currently growing at a rate of 3.99% annually and its population has increased by 29.92% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 12,813 in 2020.
The median household income in Cornelius is $96,273 with a poverty rate of 9.06%. The median age in Cornelius is 35.1 years: 35.3 years for males, and 34.9 years for females. For every 100 females there are 92.2 males.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 35.1 years
Female: 34.9 years
Male: 35.3 years
There are 10,969 adults, (1,780 of whom are seniors) in Cornelius.
Female: 7,415 (52%)
Male: 6,840 (48%)
The racial composition of Cornelius includes 50.79% White, 27.7% other race, 3.98% Native American, and smaller percentages for Asian, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 7,240 | 50.79% |
| Other race | 3,949 | 27.7% |
| Two or more races | 2,090 | 14.66% |
| Native American | 568 | 3.98% |
| Asian | 223 | 1.56% |
| Black or African American | 185 | 1.3% |
Cornelius ' average per capita income is $46,621. Household income levels show a median of $96,273. The poverty rate stands at 9.06%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $111,836 | - |
| Households | $96,273 | $115,371 |
| Families | $94,280 | $113,839 |
| Non Families | $77,145 | $101,631 |
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