Population27,384 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
Dairy Valleys Between Forests And Ocean
Tillamook County, OregonTillamook anchors its namesake county on Oregon’s coast, where dairy farms, bays and forested hills create a distinctive setting. Garibaldi, Manzanita, Nehalem and other communities offer different local perspectives, while the creamery and coastal parks provide recognizable destinations. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated 27,384 residents in Tillamook County, Oregon, on July 1, 2025. The county has approximately 1,102 square miles of land, according to the 2020 Census Gazetteer.
Tillamook County at a Glance
Population27,384 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
County SeatTillamook
Largest MunicipalityTillamook • Bay City • Garibaldi
Established1853 (organized; NACo County Explorer)
ZIP CodesNorth Oregon Coast
Total Area, Including Water1,332.408 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography)
Major RoutesUS 101 • OR 6
Area Codes503 / 971
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Tillamook County
Tillamook County was formed from Yamhill and Clatsop counties in 1853 and named for the Tillamook people. Voters selected Tillamook as the seat in 1873. Dairy farming became a defining industry, while the forest landscape includes areas regenerated after the series of fires known as the Tillamook Burn. The coastal economy and the recovering forest represent different relationships with land. Together with the changing civic center, they give the county a history extending beyond any single visitor landmark.
Pair a dairy-history or creamery visit with a specific coastal destination such as Cape Lookout or Nehalem Bay. The bays and towns differ in character, so choose a focused route that gives time to both a community and the landscape. Use current visitor information for the chosen creamery or park, since they serve different purposes. A single bay area can supply enough variety for a slower and more attentive outing.
What Shapes Us
Local Character
Dairy farms, coastal bays and forested hills give the county several distinct landscape themes, with individual towns providing local perspectives on each.
Community History
Tillamook County was formed from Yamhill and Clatsop counties in 1853 and named for the Tillamook people. Voters selected Tillamook as the seat in 1873.
Explore Locally
The bays and towns differ in character, so choose a focused route that gives time to both a community and the landscape.
Discover coastal communities through their farms, forests and bays.
A Closer Look
Tillamook County
Places and perspectives from Tillamook County
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County Resources
Find the Right Local Connection
Start with the organization responsible for the service you need. Follow its official link for current requirements, office locations and availability.
Tillamook County Government
County departments, public meetings, records, and services: tillamookcounty.gov
County profile and official reference links: Oregon Blue Book
Population source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 Census. tigerweb.geo.census.gov
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.
Garibaldi Elementary School – Elementary; grades PK-05. 604 Cypress St, Garibaldi, OR 97118. 503-322-0311.
Nestucca K8 – Elementary; grades PK-08. 36925 Hwy 101 S, Cloverdale, OR 97112. 503-392-3194.
Trask River High School – High; grades 06-12. 6820 Barracks Cir, Tillamook, OR 97141. 503-373-1959.
Liberty Elementary School – Elementary; grades KG-01. 1700 9th St, Tillamook, OR 97141. 503-842-7501.
Nehalem Elementary School – Elementary; grades PK-05. 36300 8th St, Nehalem, OR 97131. 503-355-3650.
Neah-Kah-Nie High School – High; grades 09-12. 24705 Hwy 101 N, Rockaway Beach, OR 97136. 503-355-2272.
Neah-Kah-Nie Middle School – Middle; grades 06-08. 25111 Hwy 101N, Rockaway Beach, OR 97136. 503-355-2990.
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.
Adventist Health Tillamook – Critical Access Hospitals. 1000 Third Street, Tillamook, OR 97141. 503-815-2260.
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.
Tillamook County Library – 1716 3Rd St, Tillamook, OR 97141. 503-842-4792.
Bay City Branch Library – 5525 B St, Bay City, OR 97107. 503-377-0231.
Garibaldi Branch Library – 107 6Th St, Garibaldi, OR 97118. 503-322-2100.
Manzanita Branch Library – 571 Laneda, Manzanita, OR 97130. 503-368-6665.
Pacific City Branch Library – 6500 Camp St, Pacific City, OR 97135. 503-965-6163.
Rockaway Branch Library – 120 N Coral, Rockaway, OR 97136. 503-355-2655.
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
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.
Get to Know Tillamook County
Useful answers for residents, visitors and anyone planning their next step.
Local Questions
Tillamook County Questions, Answered
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27,384 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate). This is a dated Census Bureau estimate, rather than a live resident count.
1,332.408 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography). The total combines land and water area.
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.
The VA explains how to find and appoint an accredited representative for benefit claims. Contact a representative to confirm availability before appointing them. For education benefits, use the GI Bill application guidance. These are national VA services available to eligible local residents, rather than a listing of county offices.
Search USAJOBS for federal positions and the Apprenticeship Finder for apprenticeship opportunities, using location filters to narrow the results. USAGov job-training guidance points to training programs and state resources. Check each listing for current availability, eligibility and application instructions; a search result does not guarantee an opening in the county.
Tillamook County was formed from Yamhill and Clatsop counties in 1853 and named for the Tillamook people. Voters selected Tillamook as the seat in 1873. Dairy farming became a defining industry, while the forest landscape includes areas regenerated after the series of fires known as the Tillamook Burn. The coastal economy and the recovering forest represent different relationships with land. Together with the changing civic center, they give the county a history extending beyond any single visitor landmark.
Pair a dairy-history or creamery visit with a specific coastal destination such as Cape Lookout or Nehalem Bay. The bays and towns differ in character, so choose a focused route that gives time to both a community and the landscape. Use current visitor information for the chosen creamery or park, since they serve different purposes. A single bay area can supply enough variety for a slower and more attentive outing.
The 2020 Census geography figures record 1,102.369 square miles of land and 230.039 square miles of water in Tillamook 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, Tillamook County had an estimated 27,456 residents on July 1, 2020, and 27,384 on July 1, 2025. Over that interval, the estimated population decreased by 72 residents, or about 0.3%. Both figures come from the same estimate vintage, which revises earlier years for a consistent comparison.
Tillamook is the county seat listed for Tillamook County by the National Association of Counties. For an office visit, confirm the specific department’s address before traveling. NACo county profile.
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My Local Guide
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Places to visitStart with these local landmarks, outdoor destinations and community places in Tillamook County.
- Cape Meares Lighthouse
- Oceanside beach
- Tillamook Air Museum
- Tillamook State Forest
- Nehalem Bay
- Cape Lookout
Explore the Tillamook County profile in the Oregon Blue Book
County photograph: Gary Halvorson, Oregon State Archives. County profile and map: Oregon Secretary of State.
Plan your visitCheck current access and hours before heading out.