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Independence Oregon Map

Explore Independence, Oregon, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Independence, Oregon

How to Use This Independence, Oregon Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Independence, Oregon. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Oregon or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Independence.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Independence
State	Oregon (OR)
County	Polk County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles)

Latitude	44.857768
Longitude	-123.197653
Population	9,828
Density	1272.5 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	97351
Area Code	503, 971
County Seat	Dallas
School District	Central School District 13J

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About Independence, Oregon

Independence is a locality in Polk County, Oregon, United States. It has a population of approximately 9,828. The population density is 1272.5 people per km². Independence is located at 44.8578°N, 123.1977°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. Independence is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 97351.

Independence anchors itself upon a fertile stretch of land where the Willamette River creates a vital boundary for the local terrain. It lies 2.3 miles east of Monmouth, OR (from Monmouth, OR: bearing 85°T), and is situated 9.8 miles southwest of Salem.

Ash Creek meanders through the landscape with a quiet persistence, carving a path toward the larger river that defines the western edge of the region. To the east, the American Bottom provides a level, agricultural expanse that stretches out toward the horizon, while the distant silhouettes of the Coast Range offer a jagged, gray backdrop against the late afternoon sky. Duck Slough sits quietly just two miles away, holding its stillness amidst the surrounding fields and wooded patches. The nearby Adair Tract State Forest provides a dense, green contrast to the open plains, grounding the area in a legacy of timber and deep, earth-scented shade. Light at dusk here possesses a peculiar clarity, catching the moisture in the air and turning the sky into a bruised plum color that lingers long after the sun has dipped below the western ridge.

Independence traces its roots to a period of westward migration, where the promise of deep soil and navigable waterways drew settlers to establish a permanent stake in the valley. Early commerce relied heavily on the river as a conduit for trade, facilitating the transport of grain and regional produce to more distant markets. Agriculture remains the primary pulse of the local economy, with the surrounding fields supporting a variety of crops that benefit from the temperate, wet winters and warm, dry summers. Small-scale manufacturing and service enterprises have since emerged to complement the traditional reliance on the land, creating a steady, functional rhythm for those who live and work here. The local industry maintains an understated presence, favoring utility and endurance over the rapid transformations seen in more urbanized corridors.

Independence cultivates a character defined by its deliberate pace and a deep-seated connection to the seasonal cycles of the valley. Residents often gather near the Willamette River, where the public spaces allow for a quiet appreciation of the water’s steady, northward movement. The town hosts community events that draw from its agricultural heritage, fostering a sense of shared purpose that persists through the changing years. While the streets remain relatively modest in their architectural ambition, they reflect a functional aesthetic that prioritizes durability and simple, clean lines. Famous figures such as the professional athlete Mel Counts have origins tied to this region, adding a note of distinction to the local narrative. Life here moves with the gravity of the seasons, demanding little from the traveler but offering a sincere, unpretentious window into the reality of the inland plains.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Pioneer Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 159° S
Willamette River (Wild & Scenic River) — 0.6 mi, 098° E · 51k acres
Independence Cinema (Cinema) — 0.8 mi, 137° SE
Independence City Pool (Local Recreation) — 0.9 mi, 155° SE
Monmouth Amphitheater (Theatre) — 1.9 mi, 252° W
Prisms Gallery (Gallery) — 1.9 mi, 250° W
Willamette River Greenway (State Recreation Area) — 1.9 mi, 151° SE
Luckiamute River (Wild & Scenic River) — 5.0 mi, 192° S · 17k acres
Siuslaw National Forest (National Forest) — 5.4 mi, 230° SW · 631k acres
Baskett Slough National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 6.4 mi, 338° N · 5,034 acres
Ankeny National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 6.4 mi, 124° SE · 5,604 acres
Blue Car Wreck (Attraction) — 7.0 mi, 056° NE
Fox Theatre (Cinema) — 7.3 mi, 307° NW
Dallas Oregon's Historic Train (Public Artwork) — 7.3 mi, 307° NW
Ankeny Viewpoint (Viewpoint) — 7.6 mi, 121° SE
Bush House Museum (Museum) — 9.3 mi, 057° NE
Loucks Auditorium (Theatre) — 9.3 mi, 055° NE
Chinook Salmon (Monument) — 9.4 mi, 055° NE
Stefani Art Gallery (Gallery) — 9.7 mi, 053° NE
Salem On The Edge (Gallery) — 9.7 mi, 054° NE

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