Here's a look at some of the demographic trends in our survey responses compared with Portland 2017 demographics (from US Census Bureau) and Portland 2035 projections (BPS Portland 2035). 

Above chart compares Survey of Civic Life respondents (as of Jan 28, 2019) 722; Portland 2017 population (as of July 1, 2017): 6,47,805; Portland 2035 population projections: 8,42,000

The demographics of the Portland population have changed significantly since the last code update in 2005. As Portland transitions into a global city, Civic Life offers our communities support from and partnerships with their local government. It is important for all Portlanders to see themselves reflected in Civic Life's mission and code. Through updating City Code Chapter 3.96, we want to create a culturally responsive framework, inclusive of all Portlanders, recognizing that this path leads to better outcomes and for all.

Demographics for Survey of Civic Life respondents. Click here to read detailed text descriptions of all the charts.

Survey question: How long have you lived in Portland?

Answered: 669; Skipped: 51

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Survey question: What is your age?

Answered: 663; Skipped: 57

Portland, Oregon Population estimates, July 1, 2018*

Persons under 18 years, percent 18.3%
Persons 65 years and over, percent 12.0%

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Survey question: Do you have any American Indian/Alaska Native tribal affiliation?

Answered: 635; Skipped: 85

Portland, Oregon Population estimates, July 1, 2018*
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, percent(a) 0.6%

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Survey question: Which of the following describes your racial or ethnic identity? Please check all that apply.

Answered: 647; Skipped: 73

Portland, Oregon Population estimates, July 1, 2018*

White alone, percent 77.4%
Black or African American alone, percent(a) 5.7%
American Indian and Alaska Native alone, percent(a) 0.8%
Asian alone, percent(a) 7.8%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, percent(a) 0.6%
Two or More Races, percent 5.5%
Hispanic or Latino, percent(b) 9.7%
White alone, not Hispanic or Latino, percent 71.0%

David Douglas High School (2016) Student population by race or ethinicity

Source: Bureau of Planning and Sustainability 

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Survey question: Do you live with a disability or identify as a disabled person?

Answered: 653; Skipped: 67

 

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Survey question: What is your gender? Please check all that apply.

Answered: 651; Skipped: 69

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Survey question: What is your sexual orientation? Please check all that apply.

Answered: 638; Skipped: 82

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Survey question: What is your highest education level attained?

Answered: 666; skipped: 54

 

Portland, Oregon Population estimates, July 1, 2018*

High school graduate or higher, percent of persons age 25 years+, 2013-2017 91.8%
Bachelor's degree or higher, percent of persons age 25 years+, 2013-2017 48.2%

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Survey question: Which best describes your current housing? Please check all that apply

Answered: 669; skipped: 51

Portland, Oregon Population estimates, July 1, 2018*

Owner-occupied housing unit rate, 2013-2017 53.4%

 

*Source: US Census Bureau QuickFacts Portland, Oregon