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Shaniko

Oregon · 31 residents (2025 est.) · 0.498 sq mi
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Population has fallen 46% since 2000, a loss of 12 residents. 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. With a median age of 70.3, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. The poverty rate of 64.3% is well above the national figure.

At a glance
Older
median age 70.3
US median: 38.9
Less educated
21% hold a bachelor's degree
US average: 36%
Owner-heavy
70% owner-occupied
US average: 65%
Section 01

Population & growth

Total population
14
−46%since 2000
from 26 in 2000
1990 – 2025
Population density
28 / sq mi
−46%since 2000
from 52 / sq mi in 2000
US average: 281
Median age
70.3
+15%since 2000
from 61.0 in 2000
US average: 38.9

PEP 2025 EST:31 residents (Census Bureau Vintage 2025, released March 2026)

Population, 1990 – 2024
0102030401990201020202024Shaniko
202414
1990201020202024
Section 02

Income & economy

Per capita income
$14,657
−6%since 2000
from $15,617 in 2000
US average: $44,673
Households earning $100K+
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 53.3%
Poverty rate
64.3%
+47.6 ptssince 2000
from 16.7% in 2000
US average: 12.5%
Income inequality (Gini)
0.452
+16%since 2010
from 0.388 in 2010
US average: 0.476
Workforce by industry, 2024
Information80%
US avg: 10.8%
Retail trade20%
US avg: 9.9%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing0%
US avg: 1.6%
Construction0%
US avg: 1.2%
Manufacturing0%
US avg: 0.4%
Wholesale trade0%
US avg: 6.9%
Transportation & warehousing0%
US avg: 2.2%
Finance & insurance0%
US avg: 5.9%
Professional, scientific, technical0%
US avg: 5.1%
Education & health services0%
US avg: 0.9%
Arts, entertainment, food0%
US avg: 1.9%
Other services0%
US avg: 6.7%
Public administration0%
US avg: 4.8%
BARS: THIS PLACE · TICKS: US AVERAGE
Section 03

Housing

Owner-occupied
70.0%
−22.9 ptssince 2000
from 92.9% in 2000
30.0% rent
Vacancy rate
44.4%
−5.6 ptssince 2009
from 50.0% in 2009
US average: 10.0%
Owner cost-burdened
28.6%
−4.8 ptssince 2009
from 33.3% in 2009
US average: 22.9%
Renter cost-burdened
100.0%
Unchangedsince 2018
from 100.0% in 2018
US average: 47.4%
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Section 04

Race & ethnicity

2000
White, non-Hispanic92.3%(24)
Black7.7%(2)
Hispanic / Latino0%(0)
Asian0%(0)
Other0%
Diversity Score17.8%(5)
2024
White, non-Hispanic92.9%(13)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino0%(0)
Asian0%(0)
Other7.1%(1)
Diversity Score16.6%(2)
Diversity Score
17
−7%since 2000
from 18 in 2000
1990 – 2024
Section 05

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher
21.4%
+7.1 ptssince 2000
from 14.3% in 2000
US average: 35.6%
High school or higher
100.0%
+9.5 ptssince 2000
from 90.5% in 2000
US average: 89.6%
Graduate degree
21.4%
+21.4 ptssince 2000
from 0.0% in 2000
US average: 14.0%
Section 06

Commute & transportation

Average commute
7.0 min
−75%since 2000
from 27.6 min in 2000
US average: 26.5
Drive alone to work
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2010
from 0.0% in 2010
US average: 68.9%
Carpooled to work
20.0%
+20.0 ptssince 2010
from 0.0% in 2010
US average: 8.5%
Public transit
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2010
from 0.0% in 2010
US average: 3.2%
Worked from home
0.0%
−100.0 ptssince 2010
from 100.0% in 2010
US average: 15.0%
Walked to work
80.0%
+80.0 ptssince 2010
from 0.0% in 2010
US average: 2.4%
Biked to work
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2010
from 0.0% in 2010
US average: 0.4%
No vehicle available
10.0%
+10.0 ptssince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 8.3%
Section 07

Work & employment

Unemployment rate
0.0%
−100.0 ptssince 2011
from 100.0% in 2011
US average: 5.2%
Labor force participation
35.7%
+23.2 ptssince 2011
from 12.5% in 2011
US average: 63.5%
Self-employed
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2010
from 0.0% in 2010
US average: 13.1%
Management & professional
0.0%
−100.0 ptssince 2010
from 100.0% in 2010
US average: 42.5%
Section 08

People & community

Male
7.1%
−42.9 ptssince 2009
from 50.0% in 2009
Female
92.9%
+42.9 ptssince 2009
from 50.0% in 2009
Foreign born
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 14.1%
Veterans
0.0%
−50.0 ptssince 2009
from 50.0% in 2009
US average: 6.2%
With a disability
28.6%
+13.2 ptssince 2012
from 15.4% in 2012
US average: 13.3%
Uninsured
0.0%
−100.0 ptssince 2013
from 100.0% in 2013
US average: 8.4%
Broadband at home
70.0%
+70.0 ptssince 2017
from 0.0% in 2017
US average: 91.0%
English only at home
100.0%
Unchangedsince 2016
from 100.0% in 2016
US average: 77.7%
Spanish at home
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2016
from 0.0% in 2016
US average: 13.6%
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Frequently asked

How many people live in Shaniko, Oregon?

Shaniko, Oregon has about 14 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

How educated are people in Shaniko, Oregon?

About 21.4% of adults age 25 and over in Shaniko, Oregon hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in Shaniko, Oregon?

About 64.3% of people in Shaniko, Oregon live below the federal poverty line.

Has Shaniko, Oregon grown since 1990?

Yes, Shaniko, Oregon has shrunk since 1990. The population has lost about 23 residents, a change of about -62 percent over that period.

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