Two options exist for obtaining certified copies of Vital Records occurred in the state of Oregon: one of them is requesting them at the State office, and the second one is obtaining them through the County Recorder's Office, the Local Health Department or the city or town's Civil Registration office. Bear in mind that county offices generally provide faster processing times and more payment flexibility, since you may be able to obtain your records within one week, and may be provided the option to pay issuance fees by credit card, either by phone, fax or online.
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The Marion County Registrar of Vital Statistics provides you with birth, death, and marriage certificates. This Vital Records office may be reached through the telephone number or email address given below. It is also possible to order your vital records online through the official website of the County Vital Records office. To obtain a copy of a divorce decree, you will need to contact the Clerk of the Superior Court in the county where the divorce was granted. Death records are sometimes available only from a certain year onwards; this can be verified with the county recorder. Please note that official information is provided by government sites only, so contact information provided below may not be up to date. The Vital Records office in the County of Marion serves all of the following towns and cities in Oregon:
- Aumsville
- Aurora
- Barlow
- Detroit
- Donald
- Gates
- Gervais
- Hubbard
- Idanha
- Jefferson
- Keizer
- Mt. Angel
- St. Paul
- Salem
- Scotts Mills
- Silverton
- Stayton
- Sublimity
- Turner
- Woodburn
If you need to get a certificate from a different county in Oregon such as Multnomah County, Washington County, Clackamas County, Lane County, Jackson County, then you can follow this link.
Marion County Vital Statistics
Marion County, Oregon, is home to approximately 350,000 residents. The area sees around 5,000 births each year, contributing to the community's growth, while approximately 3,000 deaths occur annually, reflecting the area’s overall health and longevity. With an average life expectancy of 80 years, families in Marion County can take comfort in the quality of life in the region. Marriage statistics indicate that about 2,000 marriages are recorded each year, alongside 1,000 divorces, which paints a picture of the changing dynamics of relationships in the county. Notably, the infant mortality rate stands at 5.0, underscoring the importance of health services for new families. These vital records information pieces are essential in understanding the community’s demographic trends. For those looking to delve deeper into these statistics or seeking birth and death records, the local vital records office offers a wealth of resources to explore.