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Oak Grove, OR

Oak Grove is an unincorporated community in Clackamas County, Oregon, United States, in the Portland metropolitan area. For statistical purposes, the United States Census Bureau has defined Oak Grove as a census-designated place (CDP). The census definition of the area may not precisely correspond to the local understanding of the area with the same name. The population was 16,629 at the 2010 census.

Oak Grove was named at the suggestion of Edward W. Cornell, a member of the surveying party that platted the townsite in the 1890s. The company that was developing the property had not been able to come up with a good name for the place, and Cornell suggested "Oak Grove" after a crew ate lunch in a stand of oak trees in the northwestern part of the tract.

The area was served first by the Milwaukie post office. In 1904, the Creighton post office was established, named for Susan Creighton, on whose donation land claim the office stood. Postal authorities did not name the office "Oak Grove" to avoid duplication. There had once been an Oak Grove post office in Josephine County. The first postmaster was noted Oregon botanist Thomas J. Howell.

Oak Grove railroad station was originally named "Center", and another station, St. Theresa, was originally named "Oak Grove". To prevent confusion, in 1907 the Post Office Department changed the name of the post office to "Oak Grove", and the Center railroad station was renamed to match. The railroad no longer passes through the community.

Oak Grove is located in northwestern Clackamas County, bordered to the north by the city of Milwaukie, to the east by unincorporated Oatfield, to the south by unincorporated Jennings Lodge, and to the west by the Willamette River, whose opposite shore hosts the cities of West Linn and Lake Oswego. Oregon Route 99E runs through Oak Grove as McLoughlin Boulevard; it leads north 8 miles (13 km) to downtown Portland and south 4 miles (6 km) to Oregon City.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the Oak Grove CDP has a total area of 4.1 square miles (10.7 km²), of which 3.9 square miles (10.1 km²) is land and 0.27 square miles (0.7 km²), or 6.35%, is water. Hog Island, an island in the Willamette River, is located within the boundaries of Oak Grove.

Health and wellness are integral aspects of Oak Grove's community, with multiple healthcare facilities catering to the well-being of residents. Oak Grove Medical Clinic stands as a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services, ensuring the city's population has access to top-notch medical care. For those looking to get fit, the Foster Fitness Center and  StarCycle provide a comprehensive gym experience with options for personal training. East Side Athletic Club is another great facility that offers a full range of fitness classes and amenities. Climbing enthusiasts can challenge themselves at IBEX Climbing Gym, which combines physical activity with fun. For a more relaxing experience, Skin by Lovely and The Orchid Day Spa offers top-notch spa services.

The top sites in Oak Grove, OR are Oregon Zoo, Stringfield Family Park, and George Rogers Park.

Population: 17,535 (2022). ZIP Codes: 97222, 97267, 97268. Area codes: 503, 971. Elevation: 200 ft (60 m). Area: 4.17 sq mi (10.80 km²).

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What are the demographics of Oak Grove, OR?

Oak Grove, OR is home to a population of 17.5k people, of which 94.9% are citizens. As of 2022, 8.74% of Oak Grove, OR residents were born outside of the country (1.53k people). In 2022, there were 14.2 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (13.9k people) in Oak Grove, OR than any other race or ethnicity. There were 978 Two+ (Non-Hispanic) and 946 White (Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

What is the history of Oak Grove, OR?

The Oak Grove town site was first platted in 1890 from the original Creighton and Crow donation land claims (DLCs) of the 1830s and 1840s. Subsequent additions and subdivisions of the Oak Grove plat show clear evidence that the area was marked for investment and growth as a result of the trolley line's introduction early in 1893. The author of Oregon Geographic Names credits a member of the survey team for suggesting the name Oak Grove, based on an area they came upon for lunch -- "a fine grove of oak trees in the northwest part of the tract."

Is Oak Grove, OR a good place to live?

Oak Grove is in Clackamas County. Living in Oak Grove offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Oak Grove, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals and retirees live in Oak Grove and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Oak Grove are above average.

Sources

Wikipedia

Clackamas County

City of Portland

Hdog

Data USA

Niche

Oregon Zoo

Stringfield Family Park

George Rogers Park

Oak Grove Medical Clinic

Foster Fitness Center

StarCycle

East Side Athletic Club

IBEX Climbing Gym

Skin by Lovely

The Orchid Day Spa

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