Wednesday, November 25, 2009

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Portland, OR

U.S. News Ratings
Population: 546,214
Crime: High
Cost of Living: High
Health Care: Comprehensive
Housing Price: High
Income: Low
Climate
Portland experiences warm and relatively dry summers, and chilly and moist winters.
Geography
Portland is located in the northern end of the Willamette Valley.
Cultural Attractions
With over 20 microbreweries within city limits, Portland is home to more breweries than any other city in the country.
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.
Historical
Portland's green legacy dates back to the Report to the Portland Park Board (1903), which has inspired generations of urban greenspace advocates.
Economy
Technology is a thriving part of Portland's economy, with over 1,700 high-tech companies located in the metropolitan area.
Population [details] 546,214
Percentage of population under 50 68.5%
Children per square mile [details] 744.61
Percentage of population who are college educated 39.20%
High/low January temperature [details] 47.47 °F/32.46 °F
High/low July temperature [details] 75.02 °F/50.98 °F
Annual precipitation [details] 63.96 in.
Total crime risk [details] 263
Cost of living [details] 105.95
State sales tax N/A
Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) Seattle (137.88 miles)
Closest airport (and distance) PORTLAND INTERNATIONAL (5.00 miles)
Recreational activities [details] Fishing, Golf, Health and fitness, Sporting events, Trails and wildlife
Cultural activities Books and reading, Concerts, Family/Arts events, Movie theaters, Museums, Religious activities, Wineries

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