Population40,926 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
Where A Great River Meets The Coast
Clatsop County, OregonAstoria anchors Clatsop County in Oregon’s northwest corner, where the Columbia River meets a landscape bounded by the Pacific Ocean. Forestry, fisheries and coastal recreation contribute to its identity, while the county’s civic history includes an earlier center at Lexington. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated 40,926 residents in Clatsop County, Oregon, on July 1, 2025. The county has approximately 828 square miles of land, according to the 2020 Census Gazetteer.
Clatsop County at a Glance
Population40,926 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
County SeatAstoria
Largest MunicipalityAstoria • Cannon Beach • Gearhart
Established1844 (organized; NACo County Explorer)
ZIP CodesNorth Oregon Coast
Total Area, Including Water1,083.596 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography)
Major RoutesUS 101 • US 30 • US 26
Area Codes503 / 971
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Early county business took place in Lexington before activities shifted toward Astoria. Voters selected Astoria as the seat in 1854, and county government met there in 1856. The county's coastal history also includes the Lewis and Clark expedition's winter of 1805–1806, within a region named for the Clatsop people. The county-seat transition adds an institutional history to the coastal setting. Fishing, forestry and the expedition account each describe another relationship between local communities and the surrounding water and land.
Begin in Astoria, then choose a specific coastal park or historical destination for a wider visit. The river mouth and ocean setting provide geographic context, while the Lexington-to-Astoria story adds a civic thread beyond the familiar expedition history. Choose a river-facing stop and an ocean-facing stop only if the travel time suits the day. Local interpretation can connect the scenery with working communities rather than scenery alone.
What Shapes Us
Local Character
Astoria anchors Clatsop County in Oregon's northwest corner, where the Columbia River meets a landscape bounded by the Pacific Ocean.
Community History
Early county business took place in Lexington before activities shifted toward Astoria. Voters selected Astoria as the seat in 1854, and county government met there in 1856.
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The river mouth and ocean setting provide geographic context, while the Lexington-to-Astoria story adds a civic thread beyond the familiar expedition history.
Discover coastal communities through their river and ocean connections.
A Closer Look
Clatsop County
Places and perspectives from Clatsop County
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Government
Schools
Public school contacts
Selected local schools from the NCES 2024-2025 directory. Contact the school or district to confirm enrollment, attendance boundaries and current services; this is not a complete school list.
Astor Elementary School – Elementary; grades KG-02. 3550 Franklin Ave, Astoria, OR 97103. 503-325-6672.
Jewell School – Other; grades PK-12. 83874 Hwy 103, Seaside, OR 97138. 503-755-2451.
Hilda Lahti Elementary School – Elementary; grades KG-08. 41535 Old Hwy 30, Astoria, OR 97103. 503-458-6162.
The Cannon Beach Academy – Elementary; grades KG-05. 3781 S Hemlock St, Cannon Beach, OR 97110. 503-436-4463.
Warrenton Grade School – Elementary; grades KG-05. 820 SW Cedar St, Warrenton, OR 97146. 503-861-3376.
Astoria Senior High School – High; grades 09-12. 1001 W Marine Dr, Astoria, OR 97103. 503-325-3911.
Astoria Middle School – Middle; grades 06-08. 1100 Klaskanine Ave, Astoria, OR 97103. 503-325-4331.
Hospitals
Local hospital contacts
Facility contacts from the CMS Hospital General Information directory, updated July 22, 2026. Contact the facility directly to confirm current services and appointment arrangements.
Columbia Memorial Hospital – Critical Access Hospitals. 2111 Exchange Street, Astoria, OR 97103. 503-325-4321.
Providence Seaside Hospital – Critical Access Hospitals. 725 S Wahanna Road, Seaside, OR 97138. 503-717-7000.
Public Safety
Visit Oregon State Police at Oregon government resources. Your county sheriff and local police provide local non-emergency information.
Emergency Services
For an immediate emergency, call 911. Find preparedness resources and official updates through Oregon government resources.
State Parks
Explore Oregon State Parks, park notices, and reservation information at stateparks.oregon.gov. Check the individual park before traveling.
Trails
Find walking and hiking destinations through stateparks.oregon.gov and fs.usda.gov. Check the managing agency for current trail access.
Utilities
Identify the provider serving your address before arranging service. Oregon utility consumer information is available at Oregon government resources.
Libraries
Local library contacts
Locations and public phone numbers are from the IMLS FY2024 Public Libraries Survey. Call the branch to confirm current hours and services before visiting.
Astoria Public Library – 450 10Th St, Astoria, OR 97103. 503-325-7323.
Seaside Public Library – 1131 Broadway St, Seaside, OR 97138. 503-738-6742.
Warrenton Community Library – 160 S Main Ave, Warrenton, OR 97146. 503-861-8156.
Courts
Find Oregon circuit courts, court locations, and public information at courts.oregon.gov.
DMV
Oregon — Schedule, Cancel or Change an Appointment
Oregon — Driver license applications for adults
Transportation
Find road conditions and travel alerts at Oregon road conditions. Oregon transportation information is available at Oregon government resources.
Postal Services
USPS location finder — Search by street address, city or ZIP Code for nearby post offices, collection boxes and available services.
USPS ZIP Code lookup — Find the mailing ZIP Code for a specific street address.
USPS Hold Mail — Arrange a temporary mail hold and review identity-verification requirements.
USPS change of address and forwarding — Review forwarding options and submit an address-change request through USPS.
USPS package pickup — Check pickup availability for your address and schedule eligible shipments.
Veterans
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National services available to local residents
VA accredited representatives — Find help with VA claims and benefit applications.
VA health care applications — Review application options and supporting information.
VA disability claims — Find the official steps for submitting a disability claim.
GI Bill and education benefits — Review how to apply for VA education benefits.
Veteran career and employment support — Explore VA employment, training and career assistance.
Employment
National services available to local residents
USAJOBS federal employment — Search federal openings by location and occupation.
Apprenticeship Finder — Search apprenticeship opportunities by location and occupation.
My Next Move career exploration — Explore occupations, industries and career interests.
Government job-training resources — Find routes to state training programs and support for different job seekers.
Unemployment benefit guidance — Find your state program and its application and eligibility information.
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40,926 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate). This is a dated Census Bureau estimate, rather than a live resident count.
1,083.596 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography). The total combines land and water area.
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Start with Clatsop County to Illuminate Buildings Green for Operation Green Light in Support of Veterans, linked from the government source used for this county. Check that page for current details before visiting or submitting a request.
Start with these official Oregon resources: Schedule, Cancel or Change an Appointment; Driver license applications for adults; Offices. Choose the page for the service you need, then check its office or online instructions before making a trip. These links cover state services; they do not establish that every transaction is available at a county office.
Use USPS ZIP Code Lookup for the mailing ZIP Code of a specific street address. Use the USPS location finder to search for nearby postal facilities and available services. An address lookup is more useful for mailing than assuming the entire county shares one ZIP Code.
Early county business took place in Lexington before activities shifted toward Astoria. Voters selected Astoria as the seat in 1854, and county government met there in 1856. The county’s coastal history also includes the Lewis and Clark expedition’s winter of 1805–1806, within a region named for the Clatsop people. The county-seat transition adds an institutional history to the coastal setting. Fishing, forestry and the expedition account each describe another relationship between local communities and the surrounding water and land.
Begin in Astoria, then choose a specific coastal park or historical destination for a wider visit. The river mouth and ocean setting provide geographic context, while the Lexington-to-Astoria story adds a civic thread beyond the familiar expedition history. Choose a river-facing stop and an ocean-facing stop only if the travel time suits the day. Local interpretation can connect the scenery with working communities rather than scenery alone.
The 2020 Census geography figures record 828.130 square miles of land and 255.466 square miles of water in Clatsop County. The county’s total area includes both. These are geographic measurements for that Census vintage, not a measurement of current water levels or public recreation access.
In the Census Bureau’s 2025 estimate series, Clatsop County had an estimated 41,156 residents on July 1, 2020, and 40,926 on July 1, 2025. Over that interval, the estimated population decreased by 230 residents, or about 0.6%. Both figures come from the same estimate vintage, which revises earlier years for a consistent comparison.
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My Local Guide
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Places to visitStart with these local landmarks, outdoor destinations and community places in Clatsop County.
- Astoria Column
- Columbia River Maritime Museum
- Fort Clatsop
- Fort Stevens State Park
- Flavel House Museum
Explore the Clatsop County profile in the Oregon Blue Book
County photograph: Gary Halvorson, Oregon State Archives. County profile and map: Oregon Secretary of State.
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