State in United States

Oregon Population (2026)

Population of Oregon with area, density and how it compares to nearby places.

☀️ 69°F now🕔 9:52 PM local📅 Best: June, July and August👥 4.2 million

Population of Oregon

Population4.240.000
Area98.378 sq mi
Density17 / km²

Oregon ranks #27 by population among 51 comparable places in this atlas.

Quick facts about Oregon

TypeState
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates44°56′34.4″N 123°2′6.4″W (44.9429, -123.0351)
CapitalSalem
Population4.240.000
Area98.378 sq mi
AbbreviationOR
Time zoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Local time9:52 PM (UTC-07:00)
Best monthsJune, July and August
ClimateTemperate

Population by national park in Oregon

1 national parks mapped in this atlas

Population by city in Oregon

1 cities mapped in this atlas

Population by state park in Oregon

2 state and provincial parks mapped in this atlas

Population by beach in Oregon

1 beaches mapped in this atlas

Population by mountain in Oregon

1 mountains and peaks mapped in this atlas

Population by lake in Oregon

1 lakes mapped in this atlas

Population by county in Oregon

1 counties mapped in this atlas

Summary

Oregon is a state in United States. Oregon is a US state with its capital at Salem. It has a population of about 4.2 million. The capital is Salem.

Right now it is 69°F (21°C) in Oregon with clear sky. It feels like 67°F. Today runs from 55°F to 77°F. Chance of precipitation is 2%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.4/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Oregon is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 85°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 34°F.

The closest major airport is Portland International Airport (PDX), about 50 mi away. Nearby highlights include Crater Lake National Park, Silver Falls State Park, Smith Rock State Park and Cannon Beach.

In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 77°F is 7.9°F below the 85°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Oregon today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

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Coordinates: 44°56′34.4″N 123°2′6.4″W (44.9429, -123.0351)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Oregon?

Oregon is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 44.9429, -123.0351. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Oregon right now?

It is currently 69°F (21°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 59% and wind is 9 mph.

When is the best time to visit Oregon?

June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Oregon, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Oregon in?

Oregon observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 9:52 PM.

How many people live in Oregon?

Oregon has a population of approximately 4.2 million.

What is the nearest airport to Oregon?

The closest airports are Portland International Airport (PDX), 50 mi away, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), 177 mi away and Vancouver International Airport (YVR), 294 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Oregon?

Popular options include Crater Lake National Park, Silver Falls State Park, Smith Rock State Park, Cannon Beach, Mount Hood and Crater Lake.

What places are in Oregon?

Oregon covers 8 places in this atlas, including Crater Lake National Park, Portland, Silver Falls State Park, Smith Rock State Park, Cannon Beach and Mount Hood.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated August 22, 2026 at 9:52 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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