Birth Records are located at different organizations depending on the time of birth. There can be some overlap across the organizations.
Birth Records
Less than 6 months since the date of birth:
- Find these records at the Multnomah County Health Department.
More than 6 months since the date of birth:
- Find these records at the State of Oregon Center for Health Statistics.
- Records extend back to 1903.
Births in the City of Portland from 1864 to 1917
- Find these at the Oregon State Archives.
- This resource provides more detailed information.
Other resources
Birth records dated prior to 1903 may be found in church records, local newspaper announcements, and other non-governmental sources. Contact the Genealogical Forum of Oregon for research assistance.
Key Contacts
Multnomah County Health Department
Vital Records
847 N.E. 19th Ave, Suite 350
Portland, OR 97232
503-988-3745
State Registrar - Oregon Health Division
Center for Health Statistics
800 N.E. Oregon Street, Suite 205
Portland, OR 97232
971-673-1190
Oregon State Archives
800 Summer Street
Salem, OR 97310
503-373-0701
Genealogical Forum of Oregon
2505 SE 11th Ave
Portland, OR 97202
503-963-1932