Where is Keizer, Oregon, USA?

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Where is Keizer Located? - Keizer is a city located in the Marion County of Oregon, United States. Keizer lies between 47.9799986 Degrees North latitudes and 98.9929005 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Keizer, Oregon

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Where is Keizer Located?

Keizer is a city located in the Marion County of Oregon, United States. Keizer lies between 47.9799986 Degrees North latitudes and 98.9929005 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Keizer city is 39376 people and the city has a total area of 7.15 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Keizer, Oregon Quick Facts

Property Details
CityKeizer
CountyMarion County
StateOregon
State CapitalSalem
US RegionPacific Northwest
Latitude44.9901° N
Longitude123.0262° W
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Land Area7.05 sq mi
Water Area0.15 sq mi
Total Area7.20 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)39,376
Population DensityAbout 5,585 per sq mi
ZIP Code97303
Area Code503, 971
Time Zone StandardPacific Standard Time (PST, UTC−08:00)
Time Zone DaylightPacific Daylight Time (PDT, UTC−07:00)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code41-39450
Congressional District6th Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Keizer

Category Details
Airport NameSalem-Willamette Valley Airport
IATA CodeSLE
Nearest International AirportPortland International Airport
Major HighwaysInterstate 5, Oregon Route 99E, River Road North
Train ServiceAmtrak service available at Salem Station
Local Bus/Transit ServiceCherriots Regional Transit
  • Interstate 5 provides direct access to Portland, Salem, Eugene, and other cities throughout western Oregon.
  • Salem-Willamette Valley Airport supports general aviation and business aviation operations.
  • Portland International Airport, about 50 miles north, offers domestic and international flights.
  • Amtrak Cascades and Coast Starlight trains are available from nearby Salem Station.
  • Cherriots operates local and regional bus routes connecting Keizer with Salem and neighboring communities.

Top Places to Visit in Keizer, Oregon

Landmark Name Type
Keizer Rapids ParkCity Park
Willamette RiverRiverfront Recreation
Keizer Heritage MuseumHistory Museum
Volcanoes StadiumSports Venue
Bob Newton ParkCommunity Park
Claggett Creek ParkNature Park
Willamette Mission State ParkState Park
Salem Riverfront ParkUrban Park
Minto-Brown Island ParkNature Park
Keizer StationShopping & Entertainment District

Driving Distances from Keizer, Oregon to Nearby Cities

City State Distance (mi) Approx. Drive Time
SalemOregon410 min
WoodburnOregon1620 min
SilvertonOregon2030 min
DallasOregon2130 min
AlbanyOregon2935 min
McMinnvilleOregon3445 min
CorvallisOregon4250 min
NewbergOregon4355 min
PortlandOregon471 hr
EugeneOregon671 hr 10 min

Colleges and Universities in Keizer, Oregon

Institution Name Type Level Notable For
Chemeketa Community College Public Community College Associate degrees, workforce training, health sciences, and university transfer programs
Willamette University Private University Liberal arts, law, business, public policy, and graduate education
Corban University Private University Business, education, ministry, counseling, and liberal arts programs
Western Oregon University Public University Teacher education, business, liberal arts, and graduate studies
Oregon State University – Salem Center Public University Center Degree completion and professional education programs

Waterbodies in Keizer, Oregon

Keizer is situated along the Willamette River and includes several waterways that contribute to recreation and floodplain habitat. Notable water features include the Willamette River, Claggett Creek, Labish Ditch, Glenn Creek, and nearby Lake Labish, while numerous wetlands and riparian areas enhance the city's natural environment.

Golf Courses in Keizer

Although Keizer does not have a regulation golf course within the city limits, golfers have convenient access to several nearby facilities, including McNary Golf Club, Salem Golf Club, Creekside Golf Club, Illahe Hills Country Club, Santiam Golf Club, and Meadowlawn Golf Course.

Keizer, Oregon — Key Historical Facts

  • Keizer was first settled during the mid-nineteenth century in the fertile Willamette Valley and developed as an agricultural community.
  • The area was named after pioneer Thomas Dove Keizur, whose surname was later commonly spelled as "Keizer."
  • For many years Keizer remained an unincorporated community before residents voted to incorporate the city in 1982.
  • The city's economy gradually diversified from agriculture into retail, healthcare, education, and professional services while maintaining strong ties to nearby Salem.
  • Today, Keizer is known for Keizer Rapids Park, family-friendly neighborhoods, community events such as the Iris Festival, and its location along the Willamette River.

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