About Corvallis

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Corvallis is nestled in the heart of Oregon's Willamette Valley, within 90 minutes of the bustling Portland metropolitan area, the rugged beauty of the Cascade Mountains, and the spectacular Oregon Coast. Corvallis has a residential population of 61,656 per 2023 population estimate and is home to Oregon State University.

Imagine Corvallis 2040, our community vision, was developed in 2016 and outlines our community's aspirations by the year 2040. You're invited to explore the community vision to learn more about what makes Corvallis such a special place.

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Map of Oregon and Benton County with Corvallis marked

Corvallis is located in central western Oregon, United States. It is the county seat of Benton County and the principal city of the Corvallis, Oregon Metropolitan Statistical Area, which encompasses all of Benton County.

City Council members are elected individually from the City's nine wards. Each of the nine City Council members serves a two-year term.

Painted Intersection in Corvallis

Healthy, safe, and welcoming neighborhoods are built on the strengths and contributions of those who call the neighborhood their "home". The City provides neighborhoods with resources and support to: