Oregon

Morrow

12,186
2020 population
1890
first census record
14
census records

About Morrow

Morrow, Oregon, first appears in the United States federal census in 1890, when it recorded a population of 4,205. At the most recent census, in 2020, its population stood at 12,186.

The county's recorded population has risen across the decades to its highest level in 2020.

On the ground today, 3 documented military engagements have been recorded within the county, among them Battle of Sand Hollow, Death of Colonel Gilliam, Battle of Willow Creek, and 5 places are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Population by decade

Census YearPopulationChart
202012,186
201011,173
200010,995
19907,625
19807,519
19704,465
19604,871
19504,783
19404,337
19304,941
19205,617
19104,357
19004,151
18904,205
Source

Population data from the United States decennial census, U.S. Census Bureau (public domain).

Battles & engagements in Morrow

Military engagements that took place in Morrow, Oregon.

Battle of Sand Hollow
1848
Death of Colonel Gilliam
1848
Battle of Willow Creek
1878

Historic places in Morrow

National Register of Historic Places listings in Morrow, Oregon.

Gilliam and Bisbee Building
Heppner
Oregon Trail, Wells Springs Segment
Boardman
Heppner Hotel
Heppner
Hardman I.O.O.F. Lodge Hall
Hardman
Morrow County Courthouse
Heppner

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Frequently asked about Morrow

When does Morrow first appear in the US census?
Morrow, Oregon first appears in the federal census in 1890, with a recorded population of 4,205.
What is the population of Morrow?
At the most recent federal census (2020), Morrow had a recorded population of 12,186.
Were any battles fought in Morrow?
3 documented military engagements took place in Morrow, including Battle of Sand Hollow, Death of Colonel Gilliam, Battle of Willow Creek.
How many historic places are in Morrow?
5 sites are listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Morrow, Oregon.
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