Amity Oregon Map

About Amity, Oregon

Amity is a locality in Yamhill County, Oregon, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,089. The population density is 1281.9 people per km². Amity is located at 45.1157°N, 123.2073°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 97101.

Amity lies in a broad, fertile valley, a gentle cradle of rolling hills that spill southward from the Coast Range. It lies 6.5 miles south of McMinnville, OR (from McMinnville, OR: bearing 184°T), and is situated 9.2 miles east of Sheridan. Here, the Willamette River, a slow, broad current of deep green, forms the western edge of Amity's embrace, its banks frequently softened by willow and alder. The land itself, a rich, dark loam, is a canvas for the seasons, painted in the vibrant greens of spring pastures, the golden hues of summer wheat, and the russet tones of autumnal vines. Sunlight, especially in the late afternoon, possesses a peculiar softness here, a diffused glow that lends a certain tenderness to the scattered farmsteads and the quiet, tidy houses of the town. The air, particularly after a spring rain, carries the clean, earthy scent of damp soil and burgeoning life, a constant reminder of the land's enduring generosity. The history of Amity is deeply entwined with the cultivation of its rich earth, a legacy that began with early settlers drawn to the valley's agricultural promise. For generations, the local economy has been anchored by the bounty of the surrounding farms, with vineyards now joining the ranks of traditional crops, yielding wines that speak of this particular terroir. The town’s character is one of quiet industry, a place where the rhythm of the seasons dictates the pace of life, and the community’s spirit is as enduring as the ancient oaks that dot the landscape. While no grand monuments mark its history, the enduring presence of its agricultural roots, the simple dignity of its homes, and the consistent hum of farm machinery in the distance are Amity's most eloquent declarations.

About This Amity Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Amity, Oregon — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 45.115672, -123.207326. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Amity and Yamhill County.

Detailed location data for Amity includes the ZIP code (97101), telephone area code (503, 971), county seat of Yamhill County (McMinnville), and school district assignment (Amity School District 4J). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Amity is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.