Explore Silverton, Oregon, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Silverton |
| State | Oregon (OR) |
| County | Marion County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Latitude | 45.005121 |
| Longitude | -122.783146 |
| Population | 10,484 |
| Density | 1154.2 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 97381 |
| Area Code | 503, 971 |
| County Seat | Salem |
| School District | Silver Falls School District 4J |
Silverton reveals a landscape defined by the rhythmic pulse of Silver Creek as it winds through the verdant floor of the Willamette Valley. It lies 9.8 miles east of Hayesville, OR (from Hayesville, OR: bearing 82°T), and is situated 4.4 miles south of Mount Angel. The low-slung, fertile terrain stretches toward the distant, hazy silhouette of the Coast Range, which sits fifty-seven miles to the west. Three miles away, the quiet expanse of Campbell Reservoir gathers the runoff from the surrounding fields, offering a stillness that mirrors the heavy, moisture-laden sky. Residents walk through Town Square Park, where the air retains the crisp, earthy scent of Douglas fir and damp soil. The land here possesses a soft, undulating quality, shifting gently toward the nearby Evans Valley in a series of subtle, grassy slopes.
Silverton emerged from the ambitions of early pioneers who recognized the potential of the water power provided by the local waterways. The local economy grew from these roots, transitioning from the industrious rhythm of sawmills and flour milling into a diverse modern center of agriculture and independent commerce. Fields of nursery crops and orchards now dominate the horizon, reflecting a history of cultivation that has sustained the region for generations. Small-scale manufacturing and a robust local trade culture sustain the daily labor of those who live here, keeping the pace of life measured and deliberate. Even as the modern world encroaches, the legacy of the original settlers remains in the sturdy architecture and the pragmatic spirit of the local merchants.
The cultural character of Silverton flourishes in the thoughtful preservation of its historic downtown and the steady patronage of its public spaces. Notable landmarks draw visitors to admire the murals that decorate the brick facades, turning the streets into a gallery of local identity. Every year, the community gathers for events that celebrate the harvest and the seasonal shifts, reinforcing a social bond that feels both ancient and immediate. While the town maintains a quiet profile, it has been the residence of individuals like the renowned illustrator Homer Davenport, whose work captured the essence of a bygone era. Silverton sustains a life defined by communal engagement, where the slow passage of time is marked by the shifting light across the rooftops and the steady flow of the water nearby.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Silverton, Oregon. Coordinates: 45.005121, -122.783146. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Silverton includes the ZIP code (97381), telephone area code (503, 971), county seat of Marion County (Salem), and school district assignment (Silver Falls School District 4J).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |