Klamath County Public RecordsOregon

Klamath County, Oregon had about 44,000 registered voters as of early 2024, with Republicans comprising around 55%, Democrats 23%, and non-affiliated about 19%. The county conducts primary, general, and special elections; in the 2022 gubernatorial race, Republicans received nearly 67% of the local vote. Polling locations include the County Elections Office in Klamath Falls and various drop boxes. Major election issues include water rights and economic development. Elections are administered by the County Clerk’s Office, ensuring compliance with state law and transparency in ballot processing.

Klamath County, OR, has 42 public schools, including 10 high schools, serving around 13,000 students. Approximately 17% of residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, below Oregon’s average of 36%. Graduation rates hover near 78%. School safety initiatives have reduced incidents by 15% since 2020. The average school rating is 5/10. Adult education is available via Klamath Community College, enrolling about 1,400 students annually. STEM and vocational programs are growing, engaging over 1,000 students. School district spending per pupil is roughly $11,500, supporting academic and extracurricular programs countywide.

As of 2023, Klamath County, OR has an employment rate of approximately 56%. The leading industries are health care and social assistance (19%), retail trade (13%), and agriculture and forestry (11%). Most common occupations include office and administrative support (14%) and management (10%). About 80% of workers commute by car, with an average commute time of 17 minutes. About 69% work within the county, while the remainder commute to neighboring counties or telecommute.

Klamath County, OR has a homeownership rate of approximately 66%, with median home values around $265,000 as of 2023. Average monthly rent is roughly $1,000. The housing market has seen a 5% annual increase in property values. Single-family homes dominate, but apartments and manufactured homes are available. Notable neighborhoods include Pacific Terrace and Hot Springs in Klamath Falls. Property taxes average 1.08% of assessed value, translating to an annual average of $2,862. The mix of affordable prices and diverse housing options attracts both buyers and renters.

Klamath County, OR, has a higher crime rate than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 4.34 per 1,000 residents and property crime rate of 27.26 per 1,000, according to FBI 2022 statistics. Reported incidents include theft, burglary, and assault, prompting local law enforcement to increase patrols and community programs. While the overall crime rate dropped by about 3% year-over-year, residents are advised to remain vigilant and use existing online and anonymous reporting systems.

As of 2023, Klamath County, Oregon, has an estimated population of about 69,000. The median age is 43.9 years. Females make up roughly 49.5% of the population, while males account for 50.5%. Racially, the county is 81.6% White, 2.1% Black or African American, 4.2% Native American, 1.3% Asian, and 10.8% Hispanic or Latino of any race. The community reflects a predominantly White population with notable Native American and Hispanic minorities.