Gates, OR
Population 451 · Oregon
About Gates, OR
Gates is a small community in Oregon with a population of 451 residents. The median household income is $60,313 per year, which is near the national average. The median age in Gates is 57.3 years.
Housing in Gates has a median home value of $302,400 and median monthly rent of $1,278. Of the 216 total housing units, the majority are owner-occupied, with 172 owner-occupied and 37 renter-occupied units.
The unemployment rate in Gates is 2.2% and the poverty rate is 13.5%. 20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 32.7 minutes.
How Gates Ranks in Oregon
Cost of Living in Gates, OR
Compared to national averages, Gates has a median household income of $60,313 (20% below the national median of $75,149). Home values average $302,400, which is 23% above the national median. Monthly rent at $1,278 is 10% above the US average of $1,163. Within Oregon, Gates's income is 21% below the state average of $76,196, and home values are 21% below the state median of $382,095.
Why Live in Gates, OR?
Gates offers a strong job market with an unemployment rate of just 2.2%.
Potential considerations include median household income ($60,313) that falls below the national average. However, Gates’s smaller community size offers a quieter lifestyle and tight-knit neighborhoods.
Gates has a population of 451 with a median age of 57.3 years. Compare Gates with other cities to see how it stacks up, or explore all cities in Oregon.
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Data source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates. Last updated: 2026-04-05.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gates
What is the population of Gates, OR?
The population of Gates, OR is 451 according to the latest Census data.
What is the median household income in Gates?
The median household income in Gates, OR is $60,313 per year.
What is the median home value in Gates?
The median home value in Gates, OR is $302,400.
What is the average rent in Gates?
The median monthly rent in Gates, OR is $1,278.
What is the unemployment rate in Gates?
The unemployment rate in Gates, OR is 2.2%.