Rockaway Beach, Oregon
Rockaway Beach: city in Oregon, USA
About
Rockaway Beach is a city located in the county of Tillamook in the U.S. state of Oregon. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,312 and a population density of 297 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,436 inhabitants.
The city was created 83 years ago in 1942.
Quick Facts about Rockaway Beach
| Population | 1,436 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Oregon (United States) |
| County | Tillamook County |
| Postal code | 97136 |
| Phone Area Codes | 971, 503 |
| Area | 4.42 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 45.6134,-123.9429 |
| Altitude | 16 feet / 5, 17 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1943 (83 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Pacific Time Zone, UTC−08:00, UTC−07:00 |
| Local time | 06:12:29 (19th April 2026) |
| Density | 325 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 8.64% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 49℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Rockaway Beach is located at 45°36'48"N 123°56'34"W (45.6134400, -123.9429100).
Rockaway Beach map
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Weather
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 49. East northeast wind around 1 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Rockaway Beach increased by 8.64% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 1,267 | - | census |
| 2010 | 1,312 | 3.43% | census |
| 2011 | 1,317 | 0.38% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,314 | -0.23% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,321 | 0.53% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,322 | 0.08% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,337 | 1.12% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,366 | 2.12% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,387 | 1.51% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,398 | 0.79% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,416 | 1.27% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,436 | 1.39% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Rockaway Beach, OR. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 420723 | Tillamook Bay Community College | Tillamook (OR) | 97141 |
Nearby Transit Stations (17)
Rail and bus stations connected to Rockaway Beach, OR. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBO | Cannon Beach, Oregon | 1170 South Hemlock Street | BUS |
| NCM | Necanicum Junction, Oregon | Hwy 26 and Hwy 53 | BUS |
| ELS | Elsie, Oregon | 44573 Highway 26 | BUS |
| SSD | Seaside, Oregon | 1215 S. Holladay Drive | BUS |
| GHT | Gearhart, Oregon | 4320 Highway 101, North | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Rockaway Beach.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Rockaway Beach Post Office | Rockaway Beach (OR) | 97136 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Rockaway Beach, Missouri city in Taney County, Missouri, United States with a population of 864 people.
Other cities in Tillamook County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Tillamook County , OR.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Tillamook | 5,438 | City in Oregon, USA |
| Bay City | 1,404 | City in Oregon, USA |
| Pacific City | 905 | Census-designated place in Tillamook County, Oregon |
| Garibaldi | 836 | City in Oregon, USA |
| Manzanita | 670 | City in Oregon, USA |
| Wheeler | 446 | City in Oregon, USA |
| Nehalem | 303 | City in Oregon, USA |
Distance to Other Cities
Rockaway Beach distances to largest Oregon cities