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Vancouver

#33 in Best Suburbs to Live in Portland Area
  • B
    Overall Grade
  • City in Washington
  • 319 reviews
    B
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      B-
    2. Crime & Safety
      C
    3. Housing
      C+
    4. Nightlife
      A-
    5. Good for Families
      B
    6. Diversity
      A
    7. Jobs
      B
    8. Weather
      B
    9. Cost of Living
      C+
    10. Health & Fitness
      B+
    11. Outdoor Activities
      A+
    12. Commute
      B+
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    Vancouver is a city in Washington with a population of 171,393. Vancouver is in Clark County. Living in Vancouver offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Vancouver there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Vancouver and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Vancouver are above average.
    About Vancouver...
    Population
    171,393

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $238,300
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $1,055
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Urban Suburban Mix
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      50%
    • Own
      50%
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    Vancouver Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

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    • Public Schools
    • Private Schools
    • Colleges

      Crime & Safety

      Crime & Safety
      C
      Based on violent and property crime rates.
      Violent Crimes
      • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
      National
      • Assault
        207.5
        282.7
      • Murder
        5.1
        6.1
      • Rape
        87.1
        40.7
      • Robbery
        69
        135.5
      Property Crimes
      • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
      National
      • Burglary
        423.4
        500.1
      • Theft
        2,067.5
        2,042.8
      • Motor Vehicle Theft
        601
        284

      Residents

      Diversity
      A
      Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
      Age
      • <10 years
        13%
      • 10-17 years
        10%
      • 18-24 years
        9%
      • 25-34 years
        16%
      • 35-44 years
        14%
      • 45-54 years
        12%
      • 55-64 years
        12%
      • 65+ years
        15%
      Education Levels
      National
      • Master's degree or higher
        9%
        12%
      • Bachelor's degree
        18%
        19%
      • Some college or associate's degree
        38%
        29%
      • High school diploma or equivalent
        25%
        28%
      • Less than high school diploma
        10%
        13%

      Working in Vancouver

      Jobs
      B
      Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
      Median Household Income
      $55,593
      National
      $55,322
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      Vancouver Reviews

      319 reviews
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      I am a native Vancouverite, and have witnessed many changes in my hometown due to inevitable growth. What I love about my city is the beauty first and foremost. Mountains, rivers, beaches, desert, we have it all! Sadly, too many people are moving here which is causing a housing shortage and escalating rent prices. With all the building, the pastures and its inhabitants are disappearing and the wildlife is becoming displaced. But it is happening everywhere, so I choose to stay in my beautiful city and enjoy all the new shops, restaurants, pubs and wineries that growth creates.
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      A fantastic place to grow up! Great communities, schools, and natural beauty. Not as diverse as other suburbs of Portland (think Beaverton, Hillsboro, and Tigard). Commuting to downtown Portland can take anywhere from 20 minutes to over an hour at peak times. If you love the hipster vibe of Portland but want to live in the suburbs, Vancouver is your spot.
      I really enjoy Vancouver. I live in a good neighborhood and feel safe, which seems rare in somewhat metro areas. The area I’m in has beautiful nature and scenic views, but I’m also very close to shopping centers and recreational activities. It’s the best of both worlds! The worst part of it for me is the traffic and commute since I go to school in Portland. That’s rough, but overall it’s been worth it.