RANK #701 / 996 · POP 107,674 · OR
PROJECTED GROWTH: +0.0%
Yamhill County, Oregon, one of the state's four original counties, holds a unique place in the history of the American West. Located in the heart of the Willamette Valley, its northern boundary sits about 15 miles southwest of Portland. This positioning allows for commutes to nearby cities like Portland, Salem, Hillsboro, and Tigard, with Yamhill County Transit offering bus and reserved ride services. The county is known for its scenic beauty, including rolling hillsides, vineyards, and the Willamette River forming its eastern border. Outdoor recreation opportunities include hiking at Miller Woods, which features diverse ecosystems and educational trails, and various activities in its 17 county parks, such as picnicking, boating, bird watching, and fishing. Life in Yamhill County blends smaller community living with access to urban centers. The county's economy is significantly shaped by agriculture, particularly its wine industry, with over 80 wineries and 200 vineyards. Educational services also contribute, with institutions like George Fox University and Linfield University located within the county. Manufacturing, health care, and retail trade are other major employment sectors. The county has seen recent job growth in areas like private education, health services, professional and business services, and government.
Overvalued relative to economy
Well below national median
Prices declining
Above national median (13x)
Housing looks overvalued at 11.0x — home prices are high relative to local economic output. Climate and geography support a structural premium. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Source: Redfin · Census BPS — Browse sales on Redfin →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
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New Residential Construction
Various (e.g., Lennar, Holt Homes)
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$50M | Under Construction |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Yamhill County has a Boom Town Index score of 30/100, ranking #701 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +1.9% and a median household income of $80,125, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Yamhill County is $408,500 with median rent at $1,302/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.1961, which is less affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +0.6% year-over-year. Job growth: +1.9%. Home values changed -0.6% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 5.87% of Yamhill County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.