Prairie City
City in Grant County, Oregon

Prairie City is a city in Grant County, Oregon, with 841 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 3,533 ft (1,077 m) above sea level. The nearest town is John Day, 12.5 miles W.
- 841residents (2020 Census)
- 3,533 ftelevation · 1,077 m
- 1.0 sq miland area · 2.6 km²
- 848 / sq mipopulation density
- 97869ZIP code
About Prairie City
Prairie City is a city in Grant County, Oregon, United States. As of the 2020 census, Prairie City had a population of 841. The community was incorporated by the Oregon Legislative Assembly on February 23, 1891.
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Living in Prairie City
- Median household income
- $47,311
- Median home value
- $205,900
- Median rent
- $916/mo
- Median age
- 49.9
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Prairie City had 841 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 841 |
|---|---|
| Density | 848 per sq mi (327 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Prairie City at a glance
| State | Oregon (OR) |
|---|---|
| County | Grant County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 841 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.99 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Elevation | 3,533 ft (1,077 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.4611° N, 118.7094° W |
| ZIP code | 97869 |
| Official website | prairiecityoregon.com |
| Census code (GEOID) | 4159650 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Prairie City
- John Day12.5 mi W
- Canyon City12.7 mi W
- Greenhorn20.1 mi NE
- Mount Vernon20.2 mi W
- Unity25.8 mi E
- Seneca26.1 mi SW
- Long Creek26.1 mi NW
- Granite28.0 mi NE
- Sumpter31.9 mi NE
- Monument42.9 mi NW
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Frequently asked questions about Prairie City
What county is Prairie City in?
Prairie City is in Grant County, Oregon.
What is the population of Prairie City, OR?
841 people lived in Prairie City at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Prairie City, OR?
The ZIP code of Prairie City is 97869.
What is the elevation of Prairie City?
3,533 feet (1,077 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Prairie City?
John Day (12.5 mi), Canyon City (12.7 mi), Greenhorn (20.1 mi), Mount Vernon (20.2 mi), Unity (25.8 mi).
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