Portland experiences warm and relatively dry summers, and chilly and moist winters.
Cultural Attractions
With over 20 microbreweries within city limits, Portland is home to more breweries than any other city in the country.
Economy
Technology is a thriving part of Portland's economy, with over 1,700 high-tech companies located in the metropolitan area.
Geography
Portland is located in the northern end of the Willamette Valley.
Historical
Portland's green legacy dates back to the Report to the Portland Park Board (1903), which has inspired generations of urban greenspace advocates.
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.
Location Details
Weather
Average January high/low temperature (?)
45.5 ° / 36.7 °
Average July high/low temperature (?)
78.9 ° / 57.3 °
Precipitation (?)
43.16 in. /yr.
Index score for various storm types (?)
5
Cost of Living
Median home price (?)
$ 260,000
Median household income (?)
$40129.0
Maximum state income tax (?)
9 %
State sales tax (?)
0 %
Recreational & Cultural Activities
Area of square miles of parkland/greenspace (?)
17.238 mi.²
Number of public golf courses within the county (?)
19
Number of private golf courses within the county (?)
8
Number of sports teams within the county (?)
0
Number of movie theaters within the county (?)
7
Number of libraries within the county (?)
15
Number of museums within the county (?)
11
Number of college and universities that reside within the county (?)
1
Population & Demographics
Total population (?)
533,427
Population density (?)
3,556 people/mi.²
Population trends (Percentage growth/decline of the 55+ population) (?)
44.4% growth
Population over 55 (?)
119,431 people
Education (?)
32 % have a college degree
Health
Number of hospitals within the county (?)
5
Number of clinics within the county (?)
38
Number of elder care facilities within the county (?)
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