Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA Metro Area

Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA · Metro Area

2,520,987Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 7 counties (4 central, 3 outlying), part of the Portland-Vancouver-Salem, OR-WA combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $97,436
Median home value: $559,400
Land area: 6,685 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Multnomah County, OR	Central	801,477	$88,766	$552,700
Washington County, OR	Central	603,947	$107,772	$588,000
Clark County, WA	Central	516,959	$97,536	$522,900
Clackamas County, OR	Central	423,975	$103,517	$611,000
Yamhill County, OR	Outlying	108,734	$90,063	$471,700
Columbia County, OR	Outlying	53,493	$87,458	$421,600
Skamania County, WA	Outlying	12,402	$93,265	$529,500

Largest cities and towns

105 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Portland, OR	City	641,165	$90,919
Vancouver, WA	City	195,300	$81,338
Gresham, OR	City	112,378	$77,795
Hillsboro, OR	City	108,231	$106,409
Beaverton, OR	City	97,812	$98,622
Tigard, OR	City	56,011	$108,823
Aloha, OR	CDP	52,389	$101,934
Lake Oswego, OR	City	40,381	$141,549
Oregon City, OR	City	37,755	$97,829
McMinnville, OR	City	34,596	$73,736
Bethany, OR	CDP	33,106	$167,735
Orchards, WA	CDP	29,438	$100,146
Tualatin, OR	City	27,763	$104,043
Camas, WA	City	27,007	$141,126
Wilsonville, OR	City	26,974	$96,236
West Linn, OR	City	26,935	$146,507
Happy Valley, OR	City	26,738	$122,151
Forest Grove, OR	City	26,529	$87,933
Newberg, OR	City	26,066	$93,232
Hazel Dell, WA	CDP	23,237	$86,305
Battle Ground, WA	City	21,886	$104,977
Milwaukie, OR	City	21,392	$86,892
Five Corners, WA	CDP	21,194	$106,192
Sherwood, OR	City	20,307	$109,966
Salmon Creek, WA	CDP	20,017	$111,631

Also in the Portland-Vancouver-Salem, OR-WA combined area

Salem, OR · metro · 438,906 Albany, OR · metro · 130,706 Longview-Kelso, WA · metro · 112,360 Corvallis, OR · metro · 96,303

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Unemployment

5.1%

College Educated

42.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$97,436

Mean Household Income

$128,022

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

49.8%

Female

50.2%

Population Split

Male49.8%

Female50.2%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

German15.9%

English13.4%

Irish10.7%

Mexican10.3%

Italian3.5%

Scottish2.9%

French2.4%

Polish1.8%

African0.8%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

12.7%Foreign Born

87.3%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized54.4%

Non-Citizen45.6%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later29.1%

Before 201070.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

1,062,495

Median Rent

$1,724/mo

Median Home Value

$559,400

Median Year Built

1984

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

545,708

College Enrollment

19.4%

High School

22.7%

College Educated

42.5%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

25.0 min

Drive Alone Rate

61.3%

Public Transit

3.1%

Work From Home

22.7%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.3%

18-34 Years

23.0%

35-64 Years

40.4%

65+ Years

16.3%

Population Composition

Under 1820.3%

18-3423.0%

35-6440.4%

65+16.3%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

47.2%

Single Parent

5.3%

Living Alone

28.0%

Avg Size

2.45

Household Types

Married Couples47.2%

Single Parent5.3%

Living Alone28.0%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$51,936

SNAP Usage

13.0%

Health Insurance

94.5%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k11.1%

$25k - $50k13.2%

$50k - $100k27.0%

$100k+48.7%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

12.2%

Retail Trade

11.3%

Education & Health Care

22.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

13.4%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

94.5%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

94.2%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

97.4%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

105.4

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

85.9

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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