Only four miles in length, and with a population near 1,600, Cannon Beach is a popular and picturesque resort area, playing host to an estimated 750,000 visitors annually. Known for it's thriving arts and tourism culture, Cannon Beach is also unique in both the beauty and diversity of its surrounding natural environment. The city takes great pride in protecting these natural resources for natural habitats and water filtration purposes.

Cannon Beach is also very committed to continue to be a small town where the characteristics of a village both physically and socially are fostered and promoted.

Tourism-related industry accounts for over 44% of the jobs in Cannon Beach.

Business Information

Cannon Beach City Hall
(503) 436-1581

Business Licence fees are $75 for a business with one or two employees; $125 for a business with three to five employees; and $250 for a business with six or more employees.

Cannon Beach levies a surcharge to support its downtown shuttle system: $29 for one or two employees, $47 for three to five employees, and $94 for six or more employees.

Home occupations and some contractors are exempt from the surcharge.