Albany

OR

Linn County, Oregon

Population 131K |Median income $76,329 |2 hospitals

Population
130,706
Linn County
Median Income
$76,329
+12% vs avg
Median Home Value
$376,400
+65% vs avg
Median Age
40.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
131K+11%
Median Income
$76,329+63%
Median Home Value
$376,400+117%
Poverty Rate
13%-27%
Unemployment
6%-44%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,320/mo
Poverty Rate
13% -8% vs avg
Unemployment 6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 21.6%
Work From Home 11.1%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 83.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.9%
Asian 1%
African American 0.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
40.1%
High Blood Pressure
34.4%
Short Sleep Duration
33.9%
Physical Inactivity
22.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.8%
Binge Drinking
16.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.2%
Current Smoking
14.2%
Current Asthma
12.5%
Diabetes
12%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 63.7%
Annual Checkup 73.4%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.9%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.1%
Stroke
3.7%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
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0
★★★
1
★★
0
★
1
Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
SAMARITAN ALBANY GENERAL HOSPITAL
ALBANY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
SAMARITAN LEBANON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
LEBANON · Critical Access Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Albany Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Big Bend Florida Counties Including Tallahassee

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Albany, OR? ▼
Albany, OR has a population of 130,706 people, located in Linn County, Oregon.
What is the median household income in Albany? ▼
The median household income in Albany, OR is $76,329 per year. The poverty rate is 13%.
What is the median home value in Albany? ▼
The median home value in Albany, OR is $376,400. Median rent is $1,320/month.
What are the top health concerns in Albany? ▼
The top health indicators in Albany include Obesity (40.1%), High Blood Pressure (34.4%), Short Sleep Duration (33.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Albany? ▼
Albany has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Albany? ▼
The median age in Albany, OR is 40.1 years. 21.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Albany, OR is located in Linn County, Oregon. With a population of 131K and a median household income of $76,329, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Albany area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Linn County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.