Fossil city, Oregon
Official LSAD Designation: Fossil city • Census GEOID: 4126650
• Wheeler County
Fossil city is an incorporated city in Wheeler County, Oregon. According to official records from the Census (2025), Fossil city had an estimated population of 456 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Fossil city (GEOID 4126650).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Fossil
Municipal
Official Title:
City Recorder
Address:
PO BOX 467, FOSSIL OR 97830-0467
County Of Wheeler
County
Official Title:
Wheeler County Judge
Address:
PO BOX 447, FOSSIL OR 97830-0447
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 456 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $54,167 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $210,500 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 0.78 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).