Vernonia
City in Columbia County, Oregon

Vernonia is a city in Columbia County, Oregon, with 2,374 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 630 ft (192 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Warren, 14.9 miles E.
- 2,374residents (2020 Census)
- 630 ftelevation · 192 m
- 1.6 sq miland area · 4.2 km²
- 1,480 / sq mipopulation density
- 97064ZIP code
About Vernonia
Vernonia is a city in Columbia County, Oregon, United States. It is located on the Nehalem River, in a valley on the eastern side of the Northern Oregon Coast Range that is the heart of one of the most important timber-producing areas of the state. Logging has played a large role in the history of the city. The population was 2,374 at the 2020 census.
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Living in Vernonia
- Median household income
- $83,411
- Median home value
- $351,900
- Median rent
- $1,180/mo
- Median age
- 40.1
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Vernonia had 2,374 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 2,374 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,480 per sq mi (571 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Vernonia at a glance
| State | Oregon (OR) |
|---|---|
| County | Columbia County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 2,374 (2020) |
| Land area | 1.60 sq mi (4.2 km²) |
| Water area | 0.05 sq mi (0.13 km²) |
| Elevation | 630 ft (192 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.8641° N, 123.1835° W |
| ZIP code | 97064 |
| Official website | vernonia-or.gov |
| Census code (GEOID) | 4177250 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Vernonia
- Warren14.9 mi E
- Clatskanie16.6 mi N
- Scappoose16.6 mi SE
- Deer Island16.7 mi E
- Banks17.6 mi S
- St. Helens17.6 mi E
- Rainier18.0 mi NE
- Columbia City18.1 mi E
- Prescott19.1 mi NE
- Kalama, WA19.5 mi NE
- Westport20.5 mi NW
- North Plains20.5 mi SE
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Vernonia
What county is Vernonia in?
Vernonia is in Columbia County, Oregon.
What is the population of Vernonia, OR?
2,374 people lived in Vernonia at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Vernonia, OR?
The ZIP code of Vernonia is 97064.
What is the elevation of Vernonia?
630 feet (192 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Vernonia?
Warren (14.9 mi), Clatskanie (16.6 mi), Scappoose (16.6 mi), Deer Island (16.7 mi), Banks (17.6 mi).
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