Lafayette, Oregon
Lafayette: city in Oregon, USA
About
Lafayette is a city located in the county of Yamhill in the U.S. state of Oregon. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,742 and a population density of 4,158 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 4,258 inhabitants.
The city was created 180 years ago in 1845.
Quick Facts about Lafayette
| Population | 4,258 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Oregon (United States) |
| County | Yamhill County |
| Postal code | 97127 |
| Phone Area Codes | 503 |
| Area | 0.9 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 45.2443,-123.1148 |
| Named for | Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette |
| Altitude | 206 feet / 62.8 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1846 (180 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Los_Angeles |
| Local time | 18:58:34 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 4,731 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 12.12% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 46℉ Light Rain Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Lafayette is located at 45°14'39"N 123°6'53"W (45.2442800, -123.1148300).
Lafayette map
Weather
Rain likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 46. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Lafayette
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Lafayette increased by 12.12% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,742 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,750 | 0.21% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,776 | 0.69% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,772 | -0.11% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,838 | 1.72% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,940 | 2.59% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 4,087 | 3.6% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 4,222 | 3.2% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 4,256 | 0.8% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 4,265 | 0.21% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 4,258 | -0.16% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Lafayette
1Lafayette City Hall
486 3rd St, Lafayette, OR 97127, United States View details
Phone: +15038642451 | Website available
People born in Lafayette (3)
People born in Lafayette, including politician George W. McBride, musicologist and composer Pauline Alderman, judge Bert E. Haney, .
More notable people
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Lafayette, OR. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 209065 | Linfield College-McMinnville Campus | McMinnville (OR) | 97128-6894 |
Nearby Transit Stations (19)
Rail and bus stations connected to Lafayette, OR. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WBN | Woodburn, OR | 2900 Tom Tennant Drive | BUS |
| SLM | Salem station | 500 13th Street SE | RAIL |
| ORC | Oregon City station | 1757 Washington Street | RAIL |
| MNI | Manning, Oregon | 47000 Highway 26 | BUS |
| PDG | Portland, OR | 550 NW 6th Avenue | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Lafayette.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Lafay Post Office | Lafayette (OR) | 97127 |
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- Lafayette, Tennessee human settlement in Macon County, Tennessee, United States of America with a population of 5,271 people.
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- Lafayette, New Jersey township in Sussex County, New Jersey with a population of 2,352 people.
- Lafayette, Pennsylvania township of Pennsylvania with a population of 2,023 people.
- Lafayette, Minnesota human settlement in Nicollet County, Minnesota, United States of America with a population of 705 people.
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Other cities in Yamhill County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Yamhill County , OR.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| McMinnville | 35,185 | City in Oregon, USA |
| Newberg | 23,982 | City in Oregon, USA |
| Sheridan | 6,123 | City in Oregon, USA |
| Dundee | 3,320 | City in Oregon, USA |
| Dayton | 2,753 | City in Oregon, USA |
| Willamina | 2,264 | City in Oregon, USA |
| Carlton | 2,185 | City in Oregon, USA |
| Amity | 1,722 | City in Oregon, USA |
| Yamhill | 1,172 | City in Oregon, USA |
Distance to Other Cities
Lafayette distances to largest Oregon cities