HEPPNER — American Banker magazine ranked three Oregon banks among the top 200 community banks in the country.

Heppner-based Bank of Eastern Oregon Bancorp is ranked 77 with 10.90 percent average return.

Based in New York, the trade publication’s list is based on average return of shareholder equity from 2014-16. Banks with less than $2 billion in assets were eligible.

The other Oregon banks making the list were Summit Bank of Eugene and Oregon Bancorp of Salem. In addition, Baker Boyer Bancorp of Walla Walla made the list.

Jeff Bailey, president and CEO of Bank of Eastern Oregon, said they are pleased with the recognition

“We find ourselves in the company of some of the best run and most admired banks in the nation,” he said. “This is testimony to the dedication of our employees and the tremendous support of our customer base.”

Bank of Eastern Oregon operates 14 branches and five loan production offices throughout the region. For more information, visit www.beobank.com.