Cornelius
City in Washington County, Oregon
Cornelius is a city in Washington County, Oregon, with 12,694 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 180 ft (55 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Forest Grove, 2.9 miles W.
- 12,694residents (2020 Census)
- 180 ftelevation · 55 m
- 2.4 sq miland area · 6.1 km²
- 5,387 / sq mipopulation density
- 97113ZIP code
About Cornelius
Cornelius is a city in Washington County, Oregon, United States. Located in the Portland metropolitan area. The population was 12,694 at the 2020 census, and was estimated at 15,520 in 2025. The city lies along Tualatin Valley Highway between Forest Grove to the west and Hillsboro to the east. Cornelius was incorporated in April 1893 and is named for founder Thomas R. Cornelius.
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Living in Cornelius
- Median household income
- $96,273
- Median home value
- $452,900
- Median rent
- $1,573/mo
- Median age
- 35.1
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Cornelius had 12,694 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 12,694 |
|---|---|
| Density | 5,387 per sq mi (2,080 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Cornelius at a glance
| State | Oregon (OR) |
|---|---|
| County | Washington County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 12,694 (2020) |
| Land area | 2.36 sq mi (6.1 km²) |
| Elevation | 180 ft (55 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.5189° N, 123.0509° W |
| ZIP code | 97113 |
| Official website | ci.cornelius.or.us |
| Census code (GEOID) | 4115550 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Cornelius
- Forest Grove2.9 mi W
- Dilley3.9 mi SW
- Hillsboro5.6 mi E
- North Plains6.1 mi NE
- Banks7.2 mi NW
- Gaston7.4 mi SW
- Rockcreek8.8 mi E
- Aloha8.8 mi E
- Oak Hills10.3 mi E
- Cherry Grove10.7 mi SW
- Bethany10.8 mi E
- Marlene Village11.2 mi E
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Cornelius
What county is Cornelius in?
Cornelius is in Washington County, Oregon.
What is the population of Cornelius, OR?
12,694 people lived in Cornelius at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Cornelius, OR?
The ZIP code of Cornelius is 97113.
What is the elevation of Cornelius?
180 feet (55 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Cornelius?
Forest Grove (2.9 mi), Dilley (3.9 mi), Hillsboro (5.6 mi), North Plains (6.1 mi), Banks (7.2 mi).
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