Umatilla County Public RecordsOregon

As of 2024, Umatilla County, OR, has over 43,000 registered voters: approximately 38% Republican, 28% Democrat, and 34% unaffiliated/other. The county holds primary, general, and special elections, with recent general election turnout near 60%. Results often favor Republican candidates. Voters cast ballots mostly by mail, but polling locations remain available in Hermiston, Pendleton, and Milton-Freewater. Key local issues include agriculture, water rights, and education funding. Election administration is handled by the Umatilla County Clerk’s Office, ensuring compliance and transparency among all parties and voters.

As of 2023, Umatilla County, Oregon, has an estimated population of around 81,860. The median age is about 37 years. The population is 49.9% male and 50.1% female. Racially, approximately 76% are White, 1.3% Black or African American, 2.4% Native American, 1.3% Asian, and 3.4% multiracial; about 25% of residents are Hispanic or Latino of any race, reflecting the county’s diverse community.

Umatilla County, Oregon, reported a crime rate of approximately 2,700 incidents per 100,000 residents in 2022, slightly higher than the state average. Property crimes, such as burglary and theft, accounted for over 85% of reported cases, while violent crime rates remained relatively low, at about 230 per 100,000 people. Law enforcement emphasizes community policing and encourages timely reporting, with over 4,000 total crimes recorded annually. Public safety initiatives continue to focus on crime prevention, drug-related offenses, and fostering collaboration between residents and local authorities.

Umatilla County, Oregon has 13 public high schools and over 30 K-12 schools. About 23% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, below the Oregon average of 36%. Average public school ratings are 4–6/10 (GreatSchools). The county offers dual-credit and career-technical programs, adult education classes, and ESL support. School safety initiatives include resource officers in several districts. Umatilla-Morrow Head Start and Blue Mountain Community College serve local early childhood and adult learners, respectively, broadening education opportunities in the region.

As of 2023, Umatilla County, OR, has an employment rate of approximately 59%. Leading industries include agriculture (13%), healthcare (16%), manufacturing (12%), and retail trade (11%). The most common occupation types are production (15%), office and administrative support (14%), and sales (10%). Around 78% of workers commute by car, with a mean travel time of 20 minutes; roughly 87% work within the county. Major employment centers include Pendleton, Hermiston, and Umatilla City.

Umatilla County, OR, has a homeownership rate of around 65%, with median home values near $253,000 (2023). Median gross rent is approximately $970 monthly. The housing market has seen values rise around 7% year-over-year recently. The county offers varied housing types, from single-family homes in Pendleton and Hermiston to apartments in smaller communities. Notable neighborhoods include Southgate in Pendleton and Highland Hills in Hermiston. Property taxes average 1.04% of assessed value, meaning about $2,631 annually for a median-priced home. The region’s affordability and rural-urban mix attract both families and retirees.