Wheeler County's 2026 population is estimated at 1,496, reflecting a 1.36% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Wheeler County is the 36th largest county in Oregon. The 2010 population was 1,449 and has grown 3.24% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 59.3 years
Female: 59.2 years
Male: 59.4 years
There are 1,310 adults, (578 of whom are seniors) in Wheeler County.
Female: 776 (52.3%)
Male: 709 (47.7%)
The racial composition of Wheeler County includes 85.12% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 1,264 | 85.12% |
| Two or more races | 177 | 11.92% |
| Other race | 35 | 2.36% |
| Asian | 7 | 0.47% |
| Native American | 2 | 0.13% |
Wheeler County 's average per capita income is $41,616. Household income levels show a median of $55,284. The poverty rate stands at 10.77%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $69,375 | - |
| Families | $64,798 | $103,920 |
| Households | $55,284 | $82,805 |
| Non Families | $31,250 | $44,366 |
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