Eugene, Oregon

Eugene: The second most populous city in Oregon. It is located in the Willamette Valley in western Oregon. Eugene is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the University of Oregon and the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry.

About

Eugene is a city located in the county of Lane in the U.S. state of Oregon. Its population at the 2010 census was 156,185 and a population density of 1,366 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 173,236 inhabitants.

The city was created 178 years ago in 1845.

Eugene is a mid-sized city in Lane County located along the Willamette River in the western part of Oregon. With a population of about 173,000, it is Oregon’s third most populous city after Portland and Salem. Eugene serves as the county seat and cultural hub for the surrounding area.

History of Eugene

The original inhabitants of the area were the Kalapuya Native Americans. Eugene was established in 1853 by Eugene Franklin Skinner and named after its founder. It was incorporated as a city in 1862 as the population continued growing.

Eugene prospered in the late 19th century as a lumber town due to the abundant natural resources in the region. The timber industry drove much of Eugene’s early economy.

University of Oregon

In 1876, the University of Oregon was established in Eugene, which helped develop the city into a more cultured, cosmopolitan area. With over 22,000 students, UO remains the flagship university in Oregon and Eugene’s largest employer.

Recreation and Outdoors

Eugene’s location in the southern Willamette Valley provides plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation. The city contains multiple public parks and nature trails along the Willamette River. Eugene also has miles of running trails and hosts running events like the Eugene Marathon.

Outdoor activities like hiking, biking, rafting, and kayaking are popular due to Eugene’s proximity to rivers, forests, and the Cascade Mountains. Eugene’s climate is mild, wet, and temperate throughout much of the year.

Arts and Culture

Eugene has a thriving local arts, music, and cultural scene. Local theaters, the Hult Center, and the Eugene Symphony anchor the arts. Eugene also has a funky, progressive vibe with lots of unique restaurants, cafes, and small businesses. Annual events like the Oregon Country Fair attract visitors from around the region.

In summary, Eugene is a Pacific Northwest city with a prominent university, thriving culture, and abundant outdoor recreation in gorgeous natural surroundings. Both long-term residents and UO students help give Eugene its local character and creative flair.

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Location of Eugene on Oregon map.

Quick Facts about Eugene

Population : 173,236 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : Oregon (United States)
County : Lane County
Head of government : Mayor of Eugene
Postal code : 97408, 97401–97405, 97440
Phone Area Codes : 458, 541
Area : 114.33 km2
Named for : Eugene Skinner
Altitude : 1,411 feet / 430, 131.1 meters
Capital city : Eugene is capital of Lane County
Establishment : January 01, 1846 (178 years ago)
Time Zone : Pacific Time Zone, UTC−08:00
Local time : 00:36:25 (11th November 2024)
Density : 1,515 Pop. per km² as of 2020
Population growth : 9.84% (2010-2020)
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Eugene panorama
Eugene panorama image

Geography

Eugene is located at 44°3'7"N 123°5'12"W (44.0520700, -123.0867500).

Eugene map

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Demographics

The population of Eugene increased by 9.84% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2000 137,893 - census
2010 156,185 11.71% census
2011 157,424 0.79% estimation process
2012 158,238 0.51% estimation process
2013 158,441 0.13% estimation process
2014 160,260 1.14% estimation process
2015 162,910 1.63% estimation process
2016 165,927 1.82% estimation process
2017 169,391 2.04% estimation process
2018 170,701 0.77% estimation process
2019 172,622 1.11% estimation process
2020 173,236 0.35% estimation process

Demographic Facts

Estimated population as of July 1, 2019 : 30,068
Based on demographic estimates as of April 1, 2010 : 30,452
Based on demographic estimates as of 1 April 2010 : -1.3%
April 1, 2020 Population : 31,322
April 1, 2010 Population : 30,444
People under 5 years old, percentage : 4.7%
People under 18 years old, percentage : 19.5%
People over 65 (%) : 19.3%
Female persons, % : 51.4%
White only, percent : 92.0%
Black or African American alone, percent : 2.2%
American Indian and Alaska Native only, % : 0.1%
Asians alone % : 4.0%
Only Native Hawaiians and Other Pacific Islanders, % : 0.0%
% of people who have participated in two or more races : 1.6%
% of Hispanic or Latino : 1.5%
White people, not Hispanic or Latino people, make up the majority of the population. : 90.8%
2015-2019 Veterans : 1,490
Percentage of foreign-born people, 2015-2019 : 10.8%
Rate of owner-occupied housing units, 2015-2019 : 72.8%

Eugene zip code is 97401. County name: Lane, County fips: 41039

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Economic Facts

Rate of owner-occupied housing units, 2015-2019 : 72.8%
Owner-occupied housing unit median value, 2015-2019 : $208,600
From 2015 to 2019, the median selected monthly owner costs - with a mortgage : $1,587
Monthly owner costs, without a mortgage, at the median, 2015-2019 : $667
2015-2019 median gross rent : $896
2015-2019 Households : 12,907
Population per household, 2015-2019 : 2.32
Living in the same house a year ago, percentage of people aged one year and up, 2015-2019 : 86.4%
Languages other than English spoken at home, as a percentage of people aged 5 and up, 2015-2019 : 14.0%
Households with computers, %, 2015-2019 : 91.1%
Percentage of households with a broadband Internet subscription, 2015-2019 : 87.2%
Percentage of people aged 25 and up with a high school diploma or higher, 2015-2019 : 94.1%
Bachelor's degree or higher, proportion of people aged 25 and up, 2015-2019 : 40.1%
Percentage of people under the age of 65 who have a disability, 2015-2019 : 7.0%
Persons under the age of 65 who do not have health insurance, as a percentage : 5.2%
Total civilian labor force, percent of population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : 67.1%
Female labor force participation in the civilian labor force, as a percentage of the population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : 64.0%
Total sales of lodging and food services in 2012 ($1,000) : 13,682
Total receipts/revenue for health care and social assistance in 2012 ($1,000) : 69,078
Manufacturers' total shipments in 2012 ($1,000) : 113,742
2012 total retail sales ($1,000) : 112,945
2012 total retail sales per capita : $3,724
Mean commute time to work (in minutes), workers aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : 27.6
2015-2019 median household income (in 2019 dollars) : $70,665
Income per capita in the previous 12 months (in 2019 dollars), 2015-2019 : $41,248
Percentage of people living in poverty : 4.8%
Total number of businesses in 2012 : 3,248
Men-owned businesses in 2012 : 1,925
Women-owned businesses in 2012 : 1,008
Minority-owned businesses in 2012 : 97
Non-minority-owned businesses in 2012 : 3,024
Veteran-owned businesses in 2012 : 303
Nonveteran-owned businesses in 2012 : 2,753
2010 population per square mile : 1,428.6
2010 land area in square miles : 21.31
Residential units, July 1, 2019 : 58,942
Rate of owner-occupied housing units, 2015-2019 : 75.4%
Owner-occupied housing unit median value, 2015-2019 : $182,100
From 2015 to 2019, the median selected monthly owner costs - with a mortgage : $1,245
Monthly owner costs, without a mortgage, at the median, 2015-2019 : $375
2015-2019 median gross rent : $788
Permits for construction, 2020 : 907
2015-2019 Households : 50,557
Population per household, 2015-2019 : 2.53
Living in the same house a year ago, percentage of people aged one year and up, 2015-2019 : 90.7%
Languages other than English spoken at home, as a percentage of people aged 5 and up, 2015-2019 : 3.6%
Households with computers, %, 2015-2019 : 88.2%
Percentage of households with a broadband Internet subscription, 2015-2019 : 79.1%
Percentage of people aged 25 and up with a high school diploma or higher, 2015-2019 : 89.1%
Bachelor's degree or higher, proportion of people aged 25 and up, 2015-2019 : 24.2%
Percentage of people under the age of 65 who have a disability, 2015-2019 : 9.5%
Persons under the age of 65 who do not have health insurance, as a percentage : 11.6%
Total civilian labor force, percent of population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : 59.5%
Female labor force participation in the civilian labor force, as a percentage of the population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : 54.9%
Total sales of lodging and food services in 2012 ($1,000) : 229,831
Total receipts/revenue for health care and social assistance in 2012 ($1,000) : 561,471
Manufacturers' total shipments in 2012 ($1,000) : 3,761,415
2012 total retail sales ($1,000) : 1,441,212
2012 total retail sales per capita : $11,606
Mean commute time to work (in minutes), workers aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : 24.9
2015-2019 median household income (in 2019 dollars) : $56,667
Income per capita in the previous 12 months (in 2019 dollars), 2015-2019 : $30,548
Percentage of people living in poverty : 10.5%
Total number of employer establishments, 2019 : 2,371
2019 total employment : 43,072
2019 total annual payroll ($1,000) : 2,136,045
Total employment, change in percentage terms, 2018-2019 : -0.3%
2018 total non-employer establishments : 9,267
Total number of businesses in 2012 : 11,098
Men-owned businesses in 2012 : 6,277
Women-owned businesses in 2012 : 3,356
Minority-owned businesses in 2012 : 513
Non-minority-owned businesses in 2012 : 10,199
Veteran-owned businesses in 2012 : 1,314
Nonveteran-owned businesses in 2012 : 9,202
2010 population per square mile : 220.2
2010 land area in square miles : 558.71
Rate of owner-occupied housing units, 2015-2019 : 72.2%
Owner-occupied housing unit median value, 2015-2019 : $266,900
From 2015 to 2019, the median selected monthly owner costs - with a mortgage : $1,715
Monthly owner costs, without a mortgage, at the median, 2015-2019 : $707
2015-2019 median gross rent : $1,231
2015-2019 Households : 27,129
Population per household, 2015-2019 : 2.54
Living in the same house a year ago, percentage of people aged one year and up, 2015-2019 : 84.7%
Languages other than English spoken at home, as a percentage of people aged 5 and up, 2015-2019 : 14.6%
Households with computers, %, 2015-2019 : 94.8%
Percentage of households with a broadband Internet subscription, 2015-2019 : 89.4%
Percentage of people aged 25 and up with a high school diploma or higher, 2015-2019 : 93.2%
Bachelor's degree or higher, proportion of people aged 25 and up, 2015-2019 : 41.6%
Percentage of people under the age of 65 who have a disability, 2015-2019 : 7.7%
Persons under the age of 65 who do not have health insurance, as a percentage : 10.0%
Total civilian labor force, percent of population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : 51.7%
Female labor force participation in the civilian labor force, as a percentage of the population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : 47.5%
Total sales of lodging and food services in 2012 ($1,000) : 109,580
Total receipts/revenue for health care and social assistance in 2012 ($1,000) : 258,290
Manufacturers' total shipments in 2012 ($1,000) : 344,614
2012 total retail sales ($1,000) : 1,234,905
2012 total retail sales per capita : $23,611
Mean commute time to work (in minutes), workers aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : 28.4
2015-2019 median household income (in 2019 dollars) : $73,822
Income per capita in the previous 12 months (in 2019 dollars), 2015-2019 : $38,779
Percentage of people living in poverty : 6.9%
Total number of businesses in 2012 : 4,806
Men-owned businesses in 2012 : 2,495
Women-owned businesses in 2012 : 1,541
Minority-owned businesses in 2012 : 866
Non-minority-owned businesses in 2012 : 3,767
Veteran-owned businesses in 2012 : 540
Nonveteran-owned businesses in 2012 : 3,776
2010 population per square mile : 990.4
2010 land area in square miles : 47.86

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People born in Eugene (161)

People born in Eugene, including astronaut James Dutton, singer Nancy King, Actress Rebecca Schaeffer, .

List

  • Craig Wasson (American actor) he was born in 15/03/1954
  • Aaron Olsen (road bicycle racer) he was born in 11/01/1978
  • Bradley Stryker (American actor) he was born in 29/06/1977
  • Neil Goldschmidt (American lawyer, politician) he was born in 16/06/1940
  • Mac Wilkins (athletics competitor) he was born in 15/11/1950
  • Joan Mondale (Former Second Lady of the United States) she was born in 08/08/1930
  • Wendell Wyatt (American politician (1917-2009)) he was born in 15/06/1917
  • Susan Raye (American singer) she was born in 08/10/1944
  • Mike Lafferty (Olympic alpine skier) he was born in 20/05/1948
  • C. J. Brown (American soccer player) he was born in 15/06/1975
  • Tim Hardin (American recording artist; folk musician and composer) he was born in 23/12/1941
  • Paul Simon (United States Senator and lieutenant governor from Illinois (1928–2003)) he was born in 29/11/1928
  • Brandon Beemer (American actor) he was born in 27/02/1980
  • Shawn McDonald (American musician) he was born in 04/09/1977
  • Paul Pierson (American political scientist) he was born in 01/01/1959
  • Austin O'Brien (American actor) he was born in 11/05/1981
  • Danny Ainge (American basketball executive and former player, and baseball player) he was born in 17/03/1959
  • Eric Christian Olsen (American actor) he was born in 31/05/1977

Schools in Eugene

College & universities near Eugene, OR

Code Name City ZIP
209409 Northwest Christian University Eugene (OR) 97401-3745
209551 University of Oregon Eugene (OR) 97403
468246 Northwest College-Eugene Springfield (OR) 97477
208725 New Hope Christian College-Eugene Eugene (OR) 97405
209038 Lane Community College Eugene (OR) 97405-0640

Stations (11)

Amtrak & bus stations near Eugene, OR

Code Name Address Type
EUB Eugene, OR 987 Pearl Street BUS
EUO University of Oregon 1320 East 15th Avenue BUS
EUG Eugene–Springfield 433 Willamette Street RAIL
CVI Corvallis, Oregon 153 NW 4th Avenue BUS
ALY Albany station 110 10th Ave SW RAIL

Post offices near Eugene

Post Office Name City ZIP
Eugen Post Office Eugene (OR) 97401
Eugene Downtown Box Section Post Office Eugene (OR) 97401
Eugene Main Office Carrier Anx Post Office Eugene (OR) 97401
Southsid Post Office Eugene (OR) 97405
Westsid Post Office Eugene (OR) 97402

Other places with the same name (3)

  • Eugene , Indiana unincorporated community in Vermillion County, Indiana with a population of 1,916 people.
  • Eugene , Missouri community in Missouri, USA with a population of 151 people.

Other cities in Lane County

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lane County , OR.

City Name Population Title
Springfield 63,209 The most populous city in Lane County, Oregon.
Cottage Grove 10,518 City in Oregon, USA
Florence 9,210 City in Oregon, USA
Junction City 6,229 City in Oregon, USA
Creswell 5,540 City in Lane County, Oregon, United States
Veneta 5,076 City in Oregon, USA
Oakridge 3,384 City in Oregon, USA
Culp Creek 2,000 Unincorporated community in Oregon
Dunes City 1,406 City in Oregon, USA
Lowell 1,197 City in Lane County, Oregon, United States
Coburg 1,195 City in Oregon, USA
Westfir 265 City in Oregon, USA
Unity 71 City in Oregon, USA

Distance to Other Cities

Eugene distances to largest Oregon cities