City
- Public SchoolsB
- Crime & SafetyC
- HousingC
- NightlifeA-
- Good for FamiliesB
- DiversityA
- JobsB
- WeatherB
- Cost of LivingC
- Health & FitnessB+
- Outdoor ActivitiesA+
- CommuteB+
Real Estate
Median Home Value
$260,400
National
$184,700Median Rent
$1,142
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Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
C
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Residents
Working in Vancouver
Jobs
B
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$58,865
National
$55,322Vancouver Reviews
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Vancouver has been my home for over 25 years. We are a large city, but not a big city, just across the river from Portland. People here are friendly and enjoy numerous outdoor activities - like walking or biking along the riverfront, hiking the nearby trails to the east, swimming and kayaking in local rivers and streams.
There are many parks, although there is room for more with all the new housing that has been built in the last 10 years. Many schools have remodeled or rebuilt. There are lots of sports activities for the kids, like soccer, basketball, rugby and lacrosse. There are sports leagues for adults, too, like disc golf, basketball, and ultimate frisbee.
We have a wide variety of restaurants with dishes from all over the world. You can find something for any size budget. My favorites are Thai Orchid and Feral Public House in downtown Vancouver for a special occasion. Mon Ami is another favorite for delicious crepes and Stumptown coffee.
Vancouver is great for families!
There are many parks, although there is room for more with all the new housing that has been built in the last 10 years. Many schools have remodeled or rebuilt. There are lots of sports activities for the kids, like soccer, basketball, rugby and lacrosse. There are sports leagues for adults, too, like disc golf, basketball, and ultimate frisbee.
We have a wide variety of restaurants with dishes from all over the world. You can find something for any size budget. My favorites are Thai Orchid and Feral Public House in downtown Vancouver for a special occasion. Mon Ami is another favorite for delicious crepes and Stumptown coffee.
Vancouver is great for families!
Vancouver is quite a safe city to live in. It has areas of dangerous neighborhoods but for the most part I always felt safe. I have lived here almost all my life so far. Vancouver has been booming that past few years with construction and people moving here. I think the reason many people move to this area is because it is beautiful and affordable, if you have a decent job. Vancouver used to have more of a country feel and the population was not that big. But times have changed, and I would call it a very busy suburb. If you drive 20 minutes you can get to Portland Oregon where you will experience some city life. In Portland there seems to be more diversity than in Vancouver. Overall, I would love to see more diversity in the Pacific Northwest. The majority of the population is white/caucasian. The schools I went to were not very diverse either. Diversity is something I really appreciate and wish for Vancouver to have more of. Otherwise, I really enjoy living in Vancouver Washington!
I grew up in Washington. The sports are amazing! A diverse group of different kinds of sports. Evergreen School District is an awesome school district. Lots of up and coming business as they continue to build the East side of town. Lots of stores, restaurants. Cross the bridge into the night life of down town Portland! Vancouver is a nice are with family homes and environment all around.