2019 Most Diverse Places to Live in Washington CountyAbout this List

Triple Creek

• Neighborhood in Beaverton, OR
• 12 reviews

Niche User: General atmosphere is friendly, environmental conscience, and easy going.
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• 14,354 Population

West Beaverton

• Neighborhood in Beaverton, OR
• 27 reviews

Current Resident: I like this area. a lot of trail for walking and beautiful neighborhood with friendly people . I feel safe in this area and stores around you meantime you have feel of nature.
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• 14,170 Population

Vose

• Neighborhood in Beaverton, OR
• 9 reviews

Current Resident: It has been wonderful to see all the children running around and the way the neighbors treat each other.
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• 8,273 Population

Central Beaverton

• Neighborhood in Beaverton, OR
• 31 reviews

Current Resident: Central Beaverton is very suburban in character, but has excellent transit access and is the only area in Washington County (outside of the Orenco Station area) that is truly walkable. I haven't owned a car since I moved here 4 years ago, and I've had no issues with my day-to-day life. (Commute time is based on a transit commute to either Portland or somewhere close to Beaverton.) You get the Portland "locavore" vibe, but also can get a cheeseburger at McDonald's if you want. Almost none of these rankings apply anywhere else in the city (the cost of living and real estate market are even worse).
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• 22,997 Population

Hillsboro

• Town in Oregon
• 265 reviews

Works Here: I work in Downtown Hillsboro at the courthouse. One of the best aspects of the job is the location. We can eat lunch on the lawn under the massive trees, listening to the street musicians. We can also relax across the way on the steps of the Civic Center and enjoy the fountains. Also, Main Street is loaded with sidewalk cafes and many ethnic restaurants. There is a lunch counter at the historical Hillsboro Pharmacy who still run their original soda fountain. It's a step back in time. There are boutiques, a hobby shop, bookstores, antique malls etc to walk around in. Great shopping for unique gifts! So many ways to pass time.
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• 102,396 Population

Five Oaks

• Neighborhood in Beaverton, OR
• 3 reviews

Niche User: I really like this area. It is a lot of families, and it is nice to be just outside of Portland.
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• 19,740 Population

Beaverton

• Town in Oregon
• 225 reviews

Current Resident: Beaverton is a diverse community with a lot to offer. I have now lived in Beaverton for 2 years and am still learning about the area. The last neighborhood I lived in was not the best in regards to location and surrounding areas. However, now that I have moved to the Tanasbourne area it is a developing area that has much to see!
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• 95,710 Population

Aloha

• Suburb of Portland, OR
• 87 reviews

Current Resident: I like the diversity of my town and I enjoy the suburban area. The neighborhood I live in is really pretty with all the trees and plants, and it's a very friendly area. However, there is a lack of funding for my school, Aloha High School, and other schools in Oregon. We have large classroom sizes which makes it hard for teachers to make the learning experience better. Besides that, great school and great area!
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• 55,205 Population

Bethany

• Suburb of Portland, OR
• 39 reviews

Current Resident: Bethany is a very safe neighborhood nearby many schools, so it's convenient to get education for children. It's near several small centers like Bethany Village that has a small selection of grocery stores and restaurants. Downtown Portland is around a 30 minutes drive, and there are universities close by as well. There's a nice trail area for walking and running, and it's safe too. It's not too diverse, but it's becoming more diverse. There are big companies around like Nike, but they're around a 20 minuted drive away. Good place to raise children and work close to many different stores and schools but can be a little small.
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• 23,177 Population

Cornelius

• Suburb of Portland, OR
• 62 reviews

Current Resident: It's definitely a great place for a family. It's very safe, very clean, and there's an abundance of places to enjoy. The nearby stores are inexpensive, the gas stations are reasonable, and the people you meet on the streets are friendly. My only complaint is the nearby public schools - Glencoe and Forest Grove High School are both trashy and full of drug users.
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• 12,423 Population

Denney Whitford

• Neighborhood in Beaverton, OR

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• 5,033 Population

Durham

• Suburb of Portland, OR
• 6 reviews

Niche User: This is a very safe community. The police are very nice and are always around to help if they are needed.
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• 1,590 Population

Forest Grove

• Suburb of Portland, OR
• 53 reviews

Current Resident: Forest Grove is a nice small town that encompasses Pacific University. You have the convenience of being close to a major metropolitan area (Portland) while at the same time being a bit removed from the hustle and bustle that goes along with living in a city. Lots of fun restaurants and a cute downtown with many local wineries and farmers markets year round!
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• 23,554 Population

Greenway

• Neighborhood in Beaverton, OR
• 2 reviews

Current Resident: The Greenway neighborhood is one of the more diverse areas in Beaverton both economically and racially, which I feel is a good thing. The Fanno Creek Trail and other smaller feeder trails run throughout this area and make this an EXCELLENT place for families and active people. Businesses along Hall Blvd and Scholls Ferry are convenient and include grocery, restaurants, pubs, and other services.
Neighbors and others in the area are friendly and open. No stuffy HOA or "real houewives" neighborhood politics, just good people and lots of families at varying ages.
Located on the eastern edge of Beaverton, this location has good access to Portland and other areas on the South and West sides due to OR-217 proximity.
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• 8,670 Population

Highland

• Neighborhood in Beaverton, OR
• 3 reviews

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• 9,678 Population

Tigard

• Suburb of Portland, OR
• 131 reviews

Current Resident: I have been a resident of Tigard for over 15 years. Schools are fantastic. There are numerous parks and outdoor/rec programs. There is a wonderful selection of shopping (including Bridgeport Mall, Washington Square and Costco). Everything I need is within a 10 minute drive of my home. And for even more options, Tigard is only 10 miles from downtown Portland!
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• 51,355 Population

Rockcreek

• Suburb of Portland, OR
• 13 reviews

Niche User: Nice and quiet. good people.
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• 9,503 Population

Sexton Mountain

• Neighborhood in Beaverton, OR
• 29 reviews

Niche User: I am planning on living here forever, this area is wonderful. You are only an hour away from the beach, the mountains, skiing and snowboarding, and the gorge.
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• 13,788 Population

Oak Hills

• Suburb of Portland, OR
• 27 reviews

Current Resident: Oak hills a very safe neighborhood with a tightly knit community. There is a community organization that takes care of budgets for the recreation center and pool, as well as the newsletter, and general maintenance. However, living can be moderately expensive, and there is a monthly payment towards these facilities. There are frequent community events that often involve guest speakers as well.
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• 11,779 Population

Tualatin

• Suburb of Portland, OR
• 59 reviews

Current Resident: Great place to live! A growing community that is safe and family friendly. We've been here for 15 years and love the changes to the community. It is a convenient location right off the I5, close in proximity to downtown Portland and other areas. You truly don't need to leave town, there are many things in the area tht could accommodate your needs. The only down side is that it may be growing too fast and too much that the small town feel may be disappearing.
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• 27,135 Population

Neighbors Southwest

• Neighborhood in Beaverton, OR
• 15 reviews

Niche User: Overall, I have really enjoyed living where I do. The property is beautiful with wetlands and wildlife throughout, as well as amenities such as a 24 hour gym, swimming pools, and hot tubs. A few issues include that some residents have been very unfriendly, and other dog owners have let their dogs off the leash (which have then attacked my dog) and some owners do not pick up after their dogs waste.
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• 19,039 Population

West Slope

• Neighborhood in Beaverton, OR

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• 7,033 Population

South Beaverton

• Neighborhood in Beaverton, OR
• 34 reviews

Current Resident: This is a really wonderful neighborhood full of kind and compassionate people. We are a couple in our late 20's, and really appreciate how quiet and safe our area is.
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• 12,693 Population

Raleigh West

• Neighborhood in Beaverton, OR
• 15 reviews

Niche User: I have lived in this area my whole life. I know my next door neighbors by name as well as those many streets down. The events held like the annual Fourth of July parade and the Easter egg hunt are two of the neighborhood's biggest traditions. I am so proud to say that walking down the street, I do not fear my safety, but feel safe because I could go up to almost anyone's door, and know that I will be welcomed in and be known by name. The neighborhood was built in the fifties and sixties, and now many young families are moving in, making the neighborhood full of potential. Over the years, streets and curb appeal have improved, as well as our park. If I could come back to this neighborhood to live there when I am older, I would do so in a heartbeat.
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• 12,768 Population

Cedar Mill

• Suburb of Portland, OR
• 20 reviews

Current Resident: Cedar Mill is a suburb within the Portland Metro area with various shops and eateries–franchises and locally-owned– that offer hospitable services. Almost everywhere has bike lanes and is in walkable distance. Although the weather remains rather wet, dreary, and dull throughout the fall, winter, and part of springtime, the temperature may reach upwards of 90° during the summer! If one were to live anywhere in Oregon, especially the city of Portland, I wholeheartedly recommend this area because of its quaintness, central location within Portland, and its abundance of attractions such as ponds, forests, hiking trails, night life, and rivers. In addition, it is located only an hour from the Oregon coast and approximately an hour and a half from Mt. Hood. Overall, great town to have grown up in, I will cherish it forever!
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• 17,050 Population