Philomath is located in Benton County, Oregon. It was named for Philomath (Greek, "love of learning") College. The population was 4,530 in 2008.

History

Philomath College was founded in 1867 by the United Brethren Church. The city was incorporated in 1882, and the college later closed in 1929.

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