With about 11,728 residents, Ontario is one of Oregon's notable places. Ontario was founded in 1899 and sits in Malheur County. The median age is 35.4 and the median household income is $43,887. Homes carry a median value of $217,500, and about 59% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (50.1%). Around 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 14 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
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Common questions
Ontario — frequently asked
What is the population of Ontario, Oregon?
Ontario has a population of about 11,728, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Ontario?
The median home value in Ontario is $217,500, and the median gross rent is $790/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Ontario safe? What is the crime rate?
Ontario Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 680 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — higher than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Ontario face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Malheur County as "Very Low" overall, with top hazards including wildfire, winter weather, avalanche.
How many schools are in Ontario?
Ontario has 9 public schools (6 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Ontario?
Public registry data lists 5 registered sex offenders in or near Ontario. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.