Elevation
Highest point in Oregon
The highest point in Oregon is Mount Hood, at 11,249 feet (3,429 meters) above sea level. It ranks 13th among the 50 state high points.
From Pacific Ocean to Mount Hood
Oregon spans about 11,249 ft from its lowest point to its highest. A barometer carried from one to the other would fall by about 10.32 inHg, purely because there is less air overhead. Water that boils at 212 °F at the bottom boils at about 191 °F on top.
Live barometric pressure across Oregon · How pressure changes with altitude
Elevation of cities in Oregon
| City | Feet | Meters |
|---|---|---|
| Klamath Falls, OR | 4,108 | 1,252 |
| Bend, OR | 3,629 | 1,106 |
| Medford, OR | 1,381 | 421 |
| Pendleton, OR | 1,066 | 325 |
| Eugene, OR | 430 | 131 |
| Salem, OR | 161 | 49 |
| Portland, OR | 39 | 12 |
| Astoria, OR | 23 | 7 |
High points of nearby states
Elevations from Wikipedia’s list of US states by elevation (USGS and NGS data, CC BY-SA).
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest elevation in Oregon?
The highest point in Oregon is Mount Hood, at 11,249 feet (3,429 meters) above sea level. That makes it the 13th highest state high point of the 50.
What is the lowest point in Oregon?
The lowest point is Pacific Ocean, at sea level.
What is the average elevation of Oregon?
The mean elevation of Oregon is about 3,301 feet (1,006 meters).
What is the air pressure at the top of Mount Hood?
On a standard day about 19.60 inHg (664 hPa), 66% of sea-level pressure. Water boils there at about 191 °F (88 °C).