Portland, OR

U.S. News Ratings
Population 584,959
Crime Rate High
Cost of Living Average
Health Care Varied
Median Home Price High
Median Income Low

Climate

Portland experiences warm and relatively dry summers, and chilly and moist winters.

Geography

Portland is located in the northern end of the Willamette Valley.

Cultural Attractions

With over 20 microbreweries within city limits, Portland is home to more breweries than any other city in the country.

Recreation

Portland's many parks include Forest Park, among the largest wilderness parks within city limits in the U.S., and Mill Ends Park, the world's smallest park.

Historical

Portland's green legacy dates back to the Report to the Portland Park Board (1903), which has inspired generations of urban greenspace advocates.

Economy

Technology is a thriving part of Portland's economy, with over 1,700 high-tech companies located in the metropolitan area.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
584,959
Population under 55:
76.9%
Population over 55:
23.1%

City Detail

Crime rate:
High
Closest large city:
Seattle

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Poor
Temperature:
75°F July High, 32°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$40,226
Median home price:
$230,000
Average property tax:
$3,908

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
9.3%
Average
Cost of living:
Average

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
117
Middle schools:
82
High schools:
45

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
12
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
15
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
19

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
8/1
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
15/1
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
20/1

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
2904

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