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The current estimated population of Arlington, Oregon, is 596, with approximately 50% male and 50% female. The population has remained stable, reflecting the town’s small size and rural location along the Columbia River.

City Facts

  • Year Founded: 1881
  • County Affiliated: Gilliam County
  • Land Area: 2.2 square miles
  • Population Density: 271 people per square mile
  • Area Code: 541
  • Zip Codes: 97812

Geography and Location

Arlington, Oregon, is a small town located in north-central Oregon, within Gilliam County, along the south bank of the Columbia River. The town is situated along Interstate 84, providing easy access to nearby cities such as The Dalles and Pendleton. Arlington experiences a semi-arid climate, with hot, dry summers and cold winters, typical of the high desert regions of Oregon. The town is surrounded by rolling hills, open plains, and the Columbia River, making it a scenic location for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and hiking. Arlington serves as a transportation and agricultural hub for the surrounding rural areas, with wheat farming and livestock being key components of the local economy. The town’s quiet rural atmosphere, scenic views, and proximity to the Columbia River make it an appealing place for those seeking a peaceful lifestyle in Oregon’s high desert.

Demographics

Median resident age: 38.0 years
Median household income: $35,714
Median house value: $77,200

Population by Race

Races in Arlington:

  • White Non-Hispanic (93.9%)
  • Hispanic (3.2%)
  • American Indian (2.9%)
  • Other race (1.7%)
  • Two or more races (1.1%)

Ancestries: German (17.9%), English (17.7%), United States (13.4%), Irish (9.5%), French (5.0%), Swedish (4.0%).

Elevation: 2851 feet

Land area: 1.8 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Arlington

  • High school or higher: 88.9%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 11.1%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 3.6%
  • Unemployed: 2.5%
  • Mean travel time to work: 13.7 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Arlington city

  • Never married: 23.5%
  • Now married: 60.2%
  • Separated: 2.1%
  • Widowed: 5.2%
  • Divorced: 9.0%

1.3% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: +92 (+21.3%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Arlington:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Arlington:

  • YAKIMA AIR TERMINAL/MCALLISTER FIELD (about 63 miles; YAKIMA, WA; Abbreviation: YKM)
  • TRI-CITIES (about 84 miles; PASCO, WA; Abbreviation: PSC)
  • EASTERN OREGON REGIONAL AT PENDLETON (about 95 miles; PENDLETON, OR; Abbreviation: PDT)

Other public-use airports nearest to Arlington:

  • ARLINGTON MUNI (about 3 miles; ARLINGTON, OR; Abbreviation: 1S8)
  • BOARDMAN (about 28 miles; BOARDMAN, OR; Abbreviation: M50)
  • CONDON STATE PAULING FLD (about 34 miles; CONDON, OR; Abbreviation: 3S9)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Arlington:

  • YAKIMA VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 68 miles; YAKIMA, WA; Full-time enrollment: 2,906)
  • COLUMBIA BASIN COLLEGE (about 86 miles; PASCO, WA; Full-time enrollment: 3,529)
  • CENTRAL WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY (about 92 miles; ELLENSBURG, WA; Full-time enrollment: 7,420)
  • WENATCHEE VALLEY COLLEGE (about 118 miles; WENATCHEE, WA; Full-time enrollment: 2,074)
  • WALLA WALLA COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 131 miles; WALLA WALLA, WA; Full-time enrollment: 2,812)
  • CENTRAL OREGON COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 135 miles; BEND, OR; Full-time enrollment: 2,274)
  • EASTERN OREGON UNIVERSITY (about 149 miles; LA GRANDE, OR; Full-time enrollment: 2,192)

Schools

Public high school in Arlington:

  • ARLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 57; Location: 1200 MAIN ST; Grades: 09 – 12)

Public primary/middle school in Arlington:

  • ARLINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 94; Location: 1400 MAIN ST; Grades: KG – 08)

Libraries

Library in Arlington:

  • ARLINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY (Operating income: $10,470; Location: 500 W. FIRST ST.; 15,452 books; 468 audio materials; 246 video materials; 6 serial subscriptions)

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