CITY · OR

What county is Portland, OR in?

Portland, OR is mostly in Multnomah County. County FIPS code 41051, population 789,698 (2023 estimate).

County details

City: Portland, Oregon
Primary county: Multnomah County
FIPS code: 41051
County population: 789,698

Some cities extend into more than one county. Portland is placed in the county that contains its center. For a specific address, use the address lookup.

Questions

What county is Portland in?

Portland, OR is mostly in Multnomah County.

What is the county seat of Multnomah County?

County seats are not part of the data on this site. Check the county’s official website.

Can a city be in two counties?

Yes. Large cities such as Houston and Atlanta cross county lines. The address lookup shows the exact county for any street address.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau geographic reference files; FCC Area API; Census Bureau Population Estimates, Vintage 2023. Last reviewed 2026-10-27.