Myrtle Creek, OR is a small town in Douglas County with a population of 3,476 as of 2019. It has a population density of 1,393 people per square mile, which is much higher than the US Population Density of 93 people per square mile. Myrtle Creek offers year-round outdoor activities for its residents and visitors alike. The nearby Umpqua River and Lakes provide many opportunities for fishing, swimming, kayaking and camping. There are several local businesses such as Myrtle Creek Family Market, Nick's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria and Whistle Stop Cafe to name a few. Sports fans can enjoy participating in or attending events at the local sports arena such as basketball games and roller derby tournaments. Other organizations allow locals to get involved in their community such as the Myrtle Creek Community Center which hosts various workshops for adults and kids alike.
The population in Myrtle Creek is 3,476. There are 1,389 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Myrtle Creek is 40.4, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Myrtle Creek is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Myrtle Creek
- 51.7% are married
- 18.6% are divorced
- 18.4% are married with children
- 25.3% have children, but are single
Race in Myrtle Creek
- 87.7% are White
- 0.2% are Black
- 0.2% are Asian
- 2.8% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 6.7% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.5% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander