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.
For your convenience, you can process online requests through a government-approved resource that CityDirectory.us has partnered with to provide you this service: VitalChek Network, Inc. An additional fee is charged by VitalChek for this service, and all major credit cards are accepted, including American Express®, Discover®, MasterCard® or Visa®.
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The Washington 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 Washington serves all of the following towns and cities in Oregon:
- Banks
- Beaverton
- Cornelius
- Durham
- Forest Grove
- Gaston
- Hillsboro
- King City
- North Plains
- Sherwood
- Tigard
- Tualatin
If you need to get a certificate from a different county in Oregon such as Multnomah County, Clackamas County, Lane County, Marion County, Jackson County, then you can follow this link.
Washington County Vital Statistics
Washington County, Oregon, is home to a total population of approximately 7.7 million residents. In the past year, the county recorded around 100,473 births, contributing to its growing community. However, the area also experienced about 69,000 deaths, reflecting the natural cycle of life. In terms of marriage, there were 27,053 new unions formed, while 13,490 marriages ended in divorce. The average life expectancy in the county stands at 79.4 years, offering a glimpse into the health and longevity of its inhabitants. Additionally, the infant mortality rate is low at 4.1, indicating positive health outcomes for newborns. For those interested in exploring more about births, deaths, marriages, and other vital records information in Washington County, the local vital records office offers a range of resources and statistics to assist residents and researchers alike.