More Oregonians filed for bankruptcy in 2025 than the year before — just one of several worrying economic factors outlined in a recent report from the Oregon State Treasury.
By the numbers: Bankruptcy court filings rose 25% last year (from about 6,360 in 2024 to nearly 8,000) as more residents face financial stress due to high housing and food costs.
Plus: About half of Oregonians (48%) lack enough savings to handle a $500 surprise bill or emergency, pushing many to turn to credit cards and borrowing.
What they're saying: "Federal tariffs and funding cuts have forced households to absorb new costs, disrupted businesses, and hurt jobs in Oregon," Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner said in a statement.
