Poverty rates in Oregon and Washington

Oregon had a higher poverty rate than Washington in 2020-24, but both states were lower than the national average.

The poverty threshold varies depending on household size and number of children under 18 years old. For example, the threshold used by the Census Bureau in 2024 was about $25,000 for the average three-person household.
Chart: Bradley W. Parks/OPBSource: U.S. Census Bureau