Forest Grove, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
26,406 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$81,998 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$464,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$761 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,330 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington County
3
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro Metro Area
3
Oregon
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington County
3
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro Metro Area
5
Oregon
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 1 41
Feb 4 1 43
Mar 4 0 48
Apr 3 0 52
May 2 0 58
Jun 2 0 62
Jul 1 0 68
Aug 1 0 68
Sep 1 0 63
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 6 0 46
Dec 7 1 40

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right.

Liberal (47%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 40%
Hillary Clinton 48%
Other 12%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, OR State Senate District 15, OR State House District 29, OR
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Schools

Harvey Clarke Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Forest Grove Community School
<1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Tom McCall Upper Elementary
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Pacific University
<1 miles, S • 2.3 star
Northwest College-Hillsboro
5 miles, SE • 1 star
Northwest College-Beaverton
15 miles, SE • 1 star
Pioneer Pacific College
15 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Tuality Community Hospital
6 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Portland International Airport
25 miles, E • 3.7 star
Mahlon Sweet Field
97 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Roberts Field
130 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
138 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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