Clatsop County Public RecordsOregon

As of June 2024, Clatsop County, Oregon, has approximately 27,500 registered voters: 34% Democrat, 28% Republican, and 29% Nonaffiliated. The county administers elections for federal, state, and local offices, using a full vote-by-mail system. In the 2022 general election, voter turnout was about 68%. Main polling locations include the County Clerk’s office in Astoria, with 24-hour drop boxes countywide. Recent ballot issues have addressed housing affordability and coastal development. Elections are overseen by the Clatsop County Clerk, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines.

Clatsop County, OR, has 13 public schools, including 4 high schools. Around 90.6% of adults hold a high school diploma, with 24.2% having a bachelor’s degree or higher (U.S. Census Bureau, 2022). Average public school ratings are 6/10 (GreatSchools). The county offers adult education programs through Clatsop Community College, focusing on GED and job skills. School safety initiatives prioritize student wellbeing, with the rate of incidents below the state average. Educational programs include Advanced Placement, career technical education, and special education support to meet diverse student needs.

Clatsop County, OR, has an employment rate of approximately 57.8%. The largest industries are Health Care & Social Assistance (16%), Accommodation & Food Services (14.3%), and Retail Trade (12%). Major occupation types include Management, Sales, and Food Preparation. Around 73% of workers commute alone by car, with an average commute time of 18 minutes. Most employed residents work within the county, especially in Astoria and Seaside, while a minority commute to Portland or Longview, WA.

Clatsop County, OR, has a homeownership rate of about 64%, with median home values around $430,000 in 2024, reflecting steady 5% year-over-year growth. Median rent is approximately $1,400 monthly. Housing types include single-family homes, coastal cottages, and some multi-family units, especially in Astoria and Seaside. Popular neighborhoods are Astoria’s Uppertown, Gearhart, and Cannon Beach. Property taxes average 1.1% of assessed home value. The market remains competitive, with high demand for both year-round residents and vacation properties.

Clatsop County, OR, recorded a property crime rate of 36.31 per 1,000 residents and a violent crime rate of 2.48 per 1,000 in 2023, higher than the state average. The county saw 1,050 property crimes and 72 violent crimes reported last year, according to Oregon State Police data. Clatsop County Sheriff's Office and local police encourage public reporting through their online system and Crime Stoppers. Recent efforts have focused on community policing and neighborhood watch programs to improve overall safety.

As of 2023, Clatsop County, OR, has an estimated population of about 41,000. The median age is around 46 years. Gender distribution is nearly even, with 50.2% female and 49.8% male residents. Racially, the county is predominantly White (around 86%), with Hispanic or Latino residents at 8%, people identifying as two or more races at 5%, and smaller proportions of Asian, Native American, and Black populations, each under 2%.