Washington County, OR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
600,266 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
46.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$104,434 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$558,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$808 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,609 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro Metro Area
3
Oregon
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro Metro Area
5
Oregon
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 1 41
Feb 4 1 43
Mar 4 0 47
Apr 3 0 51
May 2 0 57
Jun 2 0 62
Jul 1 0 67
Aug 1 0 68
Sep 1 0 63
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 7 0 45
Dec 7 1 40

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (55%) (40%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 31%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 11%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, OR State Senate District 16, OR State House District 31, OR
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Schools

Visitation School
<1 miles, SE
Forest Grove High School
2 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Harvey Clarke Elementary School
2 miles, SW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Pacific University
2 miles, SW • 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
24 miles, E • 3.7 star
Mahlon Sweet Field
99 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Roberts Field
131 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
136 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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