Hazelwood, Portland, Oregon facts for kids

Hazelwood is a neighborhood located in the eastern part of Portland, Oregon. It stretches across both the Northeast and Southeast sections of the city. Before it became part of Portland, Hazelwood was counted as a special area called a "Census-designated place." This means it was a community with clear borders that the government used to collect population data.

Discovering Hazelwood

Hazelwood is a busy and growing part of Portland. It covers about 10.47 square kilometers (about 4 square miles). This makes it a good-sized area where many people live and work.

Where is Hazelwood Located?

Hazelwood is found in the eastern side of Portland. You can see its exact location on the map in the infobox above. It's an important part of the larger city of Portland.

What is a Neighborhood?

A neighborhood is a smaller area within a city. People often live close to each other in neighborhoods. They might share local parks, schools, or shops. Hazelwood is one of many neighborhoods that make up the city of Portland.

Hazelwood's Population Over Time

The number of people living in Hazelwood has changed quite a bit over the years.

• In 1980, about 25,541 people lived there.
• By 1990, the population was around 11,480.
• In 2000, it grew to 19,916 residents.
• The most recent count in 2010 showed 23,462 people.

These numbers help us understand how the community has grown and changed.

Living in Hazelwood

Hazelwood is home to many families and individuals. In 2010, there were about 9,801 households in the neighborhood. A household means a group of people living together in one home.

• Most homes were occupied, with a 93% occupancy rate.
• About 42% of households owned their homes.
• Around 51% of households rented their homes.
• On average, each household had about 2.39 people living in it.