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Is Beaverton a Good Place to Live? Beaverton, Oregon: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Beaverton ranks #402 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #189 of 524 smaller cities and #6 of 20 in Oregon. It sits near the middle of similar-size cities on income, costs, crime and commute.
Beaverton by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Beaverton's rank among the tracked cities and the US figure (or the similar-size median where there is no national figure).
What is the cost of living in Beaverton?
Beaverton's cost of living index is 105.4, 5% above the US level of 100 and #958 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,826/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $523,970, 6% above the typical Oregon home ($496,113).
| Measure | Beaverton | OregonOR | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living indexBEA Regional Price Parities, metro area · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size 102.4 · US 100 | 105.4#958 of 1,308 | 103.4 | 102.4 | 100 |
| Typical home valueZillow Home Value Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $431,438 · US $368,697 | $523,970#861 of 1,187 | $496,113 | $431,438 | $368,697 |
| Typical asking rentZillow Observed Rent Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,884/mo · US $1,948/mo | $1,874/mo#631 of 1,115 | — | $1,884/mo | $1,948/mo |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $401,950 | $569,800#1048 of 1,309 | — | $401,950 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,633/mo | $1,826/mo#983 of 1,309 | — | $1,633/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.5x | 5.8x#1003 of 1,309 | — | 4.5x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 22.2% | 22.2%#698 of 1,309 | — | 22.2% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Oregon is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. Zillow figures track homes and rentals on the market now; Census figures are survey medians of all homes and leases, so the two differ.
Beaverton housing market · August
Typical home value is a monthly index of homes in the middle third of the market; the Census figures above are survey medians and will differ. Source in the data sources list below. Beaverton is in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro.
Oregon housing market →Is Beaverton safe?
Beaverton recorded 253 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 23% below the US rate of 328 and 19% below Oregon's 311. That ranks #465 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #213 of 444 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Beaverton Police Department. Property crime runs 2,485 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
| Measure | Beaverton | OregonOR | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 264 · US 328 | 253#465 of 1,085 | 311 | 264 | 328 |
| Property crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 1,550 · US 1,548 | 2,485#859 of 1,085 | 2,118 | 1,550 | 1,548 |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Oregon is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. City rates come from each police agency's report to the FBI and are not strictly comparable across agencies.
What do people earn in Beaverton?
The median household in Beaverton earns $98,622, 19% above the US figure of $83,163 and 16% above Oregon ($85,220). Unemployment is 4.9% (US 4.3%). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The population fell 0.1% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
| Measure | Beaverton | OregonOR | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $83,646 · US $83,163 | $98,622#357 of 1,312 | $85,220 | $83,646 | $83,163 |
| Unemployment rateBLS LAUS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.2% · US 4.3% | 4.9%#804 of 1,058 | 5.2% | 4.2% | 4.3% |
| Poverty rateCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.8% | 10.1%#507 of 1,312 | — | 10.8% | — |
| Population growth, one yearCensus population estimates · rank 1 = fastestSimilar-size +0.2% · US +0.5% | -0.1%#723 of 1,132 | +0.2% | +0.2% | +0.5% |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Oregon is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure.
Who lives in Beaverton?
The median resident of Beaverton is 37.8 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 50.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #269 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 50.5% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Beaverton | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 37.7 | 37.8 | 37.7 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 35.1% | 50.1%#269 of 1,312 | 35.1% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 61.7% | 50.5% | 61.7% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure.
How are Beaverton's schools and health?
Beaverton's 25 public schools graduate 89% of students in four years (Oregon 81.3%), with 17.4 students per teacher and $15,827 spent per pupil. 32.6% of adults are obese and 9.6% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 31.9% and 11%.
| Measure | Beaverton | OregonOR | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High school graduation rateDepartment of Education EDFacts · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 89% | 89%#454 of 1,063 | 81.3% | 89% | — |
| Students per teacherNCES Common Core of Data · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 16.4 | 17.4#782 of 1,188 | — | 16.4 | — |
| Spending per pupilNCES school finance survey · rank 1 = mostSimilar-size $15,354 | $15,827#493 of 1,188 | — | $15,354 | — |
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 31.9% | 32.6%#580 of 1,311 | — | 31.9% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11% | 9.6%#319 of 1,311 | — | 11% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 16.7% | 16.8%#585 of 1,311 | — | 16.7% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.1% | 8%#372 of 1,311 | — | 10.1% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Oregon is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. 16,435 students are enrolled in Beaverton's public schools.
What are the commute and weather like in Beaverton?
The average commute in Beaverton is 24.1 minutes (Oregon 23.2); 4.3% of workers take transit and 25.1% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Beaverton scores 14.7 of 20 (above average walkable), #65 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 65.1°F and winters 40.8°F, with 35.9 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Beaverton | OregonOR | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 25.1 min | 24.1 min#695 of 1,312 | 23.2 min | 25.1 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 6.5% | 5%#570 of 1,312 | 5.9% | 6.5% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 70.8% | 59.4% | 65.2% | 70.8% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.1% | 4.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.4% | 2.6% | 3.4% | 1.4% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.2% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.2% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 13.7% | 25.1% | 17.1% | 13.7% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 11.1 | 14.7#65 of 1,312 | — | 11.1 | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Oregon is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. The walkability index is the EPA's, averaged over the city's neighborhoods by population.
| Month | Average high (°F) | Average low (°F) | Precipitation (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 47.3 | 33.6 | 5.3 |
| Feb | 51 | 33.5 | 4 |
| Mar | 55.9 | 36.5 | 3.7 |
| Apr | 60.9 | 39.2 | 2.6 |
| May | 68.7 | 44.7 | 2 |
| Jun | 73.5 | 48.6 | 1.3 |
| Jul | 82.1 | 52.2 | 0.4 |
| Aug | 82.4 | 51.8 | 0.5 |
| Sep | 76.4 | 47.5 | 1.4 |
| Oct | 63.7 | 40.9 | 3.4 |
| Nov | 52.6 | 36.5 | 5.4 |
| Dec | 46.2 | 33.3 | 6.1 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Portland-Hillsboro Airport.
| Measure | Beaverton | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 58.1°F | 52.5°F | 58.1°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 74.2°F | 65.1°F | 74.2°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 40.8°F | 40.8°F | 40.8°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 38.3 in | 35.9 in | 38.3 in | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Portland-Hillsboro Airport.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Beaverton?
Washington County's air had a median air quality index of 36, and 79% of measured days were rated good; 0 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from fine particles. Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Washington County's biggest natural hazard losses in earthquake, strong wind, and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.16% of building value, higher than 54% of US counties.
| Measure | Beaverton | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median air quality index (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = cleanestSimilar-size 44 | 36#161 of 1,138 | 44 | — |
| Unhealthy air days a year (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 3 | 0#1 of 1,138 | 3 | — |
| Yearly hazard losses, share of building value (county)FEMA National Risk Index · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 0.15% | 0.16%#736 of 1,312 | 0.15% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. County figures for Washington County: the EPA measures air at monitors and FEMA estimates hazard losses by county, not by city.
Natural hazard losses, Washington County
| Hazard | Yearly loss | Higher than |
|---|---|---|
| Earthquake | 0.078% | 95% of counties |
| Strong wind | 0.001% | 31% of counties |
| Inland flooding | 0.061% | 23% of counties |
FEMA National Risk Index: expected yearly building losses from each hazard as a share of the county's building value, compared with every US county exposed to that hazard. Loss rates, unlike FEMA's risk ratings, do not rise just because a county has more property.
How does Beaverton compare with similar-size cities?
Beaverton is one of 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track and ranks #189 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 97,812.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaverton, ORPop. 97,812 | #402 | 60.0 | $98,622 | $1,826/mo | 253 | 24.1 min |
| Atascocita, TXPop. 99,354 | #569 | 57.0 | $118,226 | $1,849/mo | no data | 35.4 min |
| Fayetteville, ARPop. 99,319 | #539 | 57.4 | $62,695 | $1,065/mo | 446 | 18.5 min |
| Roanoke, VAPop. 98,355 | #793 | 53.4 | $55,378 | $996/mo | 554 | 19 min |
| Sunrise, FLPop. 97,918 | #943 | 51.0 | $77,652 | $2,140/mo | part year | 29.6 min |
| Orem, UTPop. 97,182 | #440 | 59.2 | $83,342 | $1,438/mo | 134 | 20.1 min |
| Tracy, CAPop. 96,966 | #565 | 57.1 | $121,119 | $2,478/mo | 194 | 42.5 min |
| Yakima, WAPop. 96,961 | #1111 | 47.7 | $62,815 | $1,117/mo | 522 | 17.8 min |
| Edmond, OKPop. 96,825 | #229 | 63.7 | $103,183 | $1,344/mo | 139 | 23.3 min |
Rank is overall rank of 1,312. Income is median household income; rent is Census median rent; violent crime is per 100,000 residents as reported to the FBI ("no data" and "incomplete" are explained on each city's page).
How does Beaverton compare with the rest of Oregon?
Beaverton ranks #6 of the 20 Oregon cities we track, with a score of 60 against Oregon's statewide 50.9. Its households earn 16% above the Oregon median. Violent crime is 19% below the statewide rate. Homes are 6% above the typical Oregon home.
| City | Rank in OR | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethany, ORPop. 33,106 | #1 | 75.7 | $167,735 | $2,245/mo | no data |
| Lake Oswego, ORPop. 40,381 | #2 | 68.7 | $141,549 | $2,139/mo | 55 |
| Bend, ORPop. 103,390 | #3 | 62.2 | $96,394 | $1,883/mo | 193 |
| Hillsboro, ORPop. 108,231 | #4 | 60.9 | $106,409 | $1,978/mo | 288 |
| Tigard, ORPop. 56,011 | #5 | 60.9 | $108,823 | $1,782/mo | 256 |
| Beaverton, ORPop. 97,812 | #6 | 60.0 | $98,622 | $1,826/mo | 253 |
| Aloha, ORPop. 52,389 | #7 | 58.8 | $101,934 | $1,896/mo | no data |
| Redmond, ORPop. 36,092 | #8 | 58.7 | $84,164 | $1,628/mo | 204 |
| Oregon City, ORPop. 37,755 | #9 | 57.8 | $97,829 | $1,708/mo | 265 |
| Corvallis, ORPop. 59,960 | #10 | 56.7 | $65,012 | $1,391/mo | 173 |
| Portland, ORPop. 641,165 | #11 | 54.3 | $90,919 | $1,655/mo | 702 |
| McMinnville, ORPop. 34,596 | #12 | 54.2 | $73,736 | $1,380/mo | 163 |
| Keizer, ORPop. 39,082 | #13 | 54.1 | $84,813 | $1,424/mo | 217 |
| Albany, ORPop. 56,839 | #14 | 52.2 | $78,114 | $1,372/mo | 164 |
| Gresham, ORPop. 112,378 | #15 | 52.0 | $77,795 | $1,586/mo | 362 |
| Eugene, ORPop. 179,591 | #16 | 51.9 | $66,562 | $1,402/mo | 347 |
| Salem, ORPop. 178,865 | #17 | 51.9 | $75,487 | $1,400/mo | 424 |
| Springfield, ORPop. 61,499 | #18 | 50.7 | $68,761 | $1,258/mo | 285 |
| Medford, ORPop. 86,315 | #19 | 49.7 | $73,230 | $1,376/mo | 406 |
| Grants Pass, ORPop. 39,311 | #20 | 47.5 | $59,646 | $1,217/mo | 369 |
All 20 Oregon cities we track, by overall score. Oregon statewide: median income $85,220, violent crime 311.2 per 100,000.
How is Beaverton's score calculated?
Beaverton scores 60 out of 100, #402 of 1,312 (grade B+, which follows rank). It is scored on the 10 of 11 categories with local data; outdoor access is left out rather than filled with Oregon's statewide figure, and the other weights are scaled up to fill the gap. Each score is compared with the median of similar-size cities, which are scored the same way.
- EconomyCity data · 16% of score
Median household income and unemployment in Beaverton. Similar-size median 55.5.
57.7 - SafetyCity data · 13% of score
Violent and property crime per 100,000 residents, as reported to the FBI by Beaverton's police agency. Similar-size median 77.8.
72.8 - HealthCity data · 13% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Beaverton. Similar-size median 58.9.
60.4 - EducationCity data · 13% of score
Graduation rate, students per teacher and spending per pupil in Beaverton's public schools. Similar-size median 55.2.
58.8 - AffordabilityCity data · 11% of score
Beaverton's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 59.3.
48.4 - Household financesCity data · 9% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Beaverton. Similar-size median 56.1.
64.5 - GrowthCity data · 7% of score
Population growth and unemployment in Beaverton. Similar-size median 42.4.
37.0 - TransportationCity data · 7% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Beaverton. Similar-size median 50.0.
68.1 - WalkabilityCity data · 7% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Beaverton's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 53.2.
72.1 - EnvironmentCounty data · 4% of score
Air quality and natural hazard losses in the county. Similar-size median 50.8.
56.9 - Outdoor accessNot scored
No city-level park or public land measure exists, so outdoor access is not scored for cities.
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Bar: Beaverton's category score out of 100. Tick: median of the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track. Shares of score are the category weights rescaled over the categories Beaverton has data for. City scores use city formulas and are not on the same scale as state scores. Grades follow rank among the 1,312 cities. Methodology
Frequently asked questions about living in Beaverton
Is Beaverton, OR a good place to live?
Beaverton ranks #402 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #189 of 524 smaller cities and #6 of 20 in Oregon. It sits near the middle of similar-size cities on income, costs, crime and commute.
What is the cost of living in Beaverton?
Beaverton's cost of living index is 105.4, 5% above the US level of 100 and #958 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,826/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $523,970, 6% above the typical Oregon home ($496,113).
What is the crime rate in Beaverton?
Beaverton recorded 253 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 23% below the US rate of 328 and 19% below Oregon's 311. That ranks #465 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #213 of 444 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Beaverton Police Department. Property crime runs 2,485 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
What is the median household income in Beaverton?
The median household in Beaverton earns $98,622, 19% above the US figure of $83,163 and 16% above Oregon ($85,220). Unemployment is 4.9% (US 4.3%). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The population fell 0.1% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
How much is rent in Beaverton?
Median rent in Beaverton is $1,826/mo (Census), #983 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). The typical asking rent for a unit on the market now is $1,874/mo, against $1,948/mo nationally. Median rent takes 22.2% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Beaverton?
The typical home value in Beaverton is $523,970, down 2.3% in a year, against $496,113 for Oregon and $368,697 nationally. The Census median value of owner-occupied homes is $569,800.
How are the public schools in Beaverton?
Beaverton's 25 public schools graduate 89% of students in four years (Oregon 81.3%), with 17.4 students per teacher and $15,827 spent per pupil.
How long is the commute in Beaverton?
The average commute is 24.1 minutes, #695 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 23.2 minutes across Oregon. 5% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Beaverton?
Beaverton averages 52.5°F over the year, 65.1°F in summer and 40.8°F in winter, with 35.9 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Beaverton walkable?
Beaverton scores 14.7 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (above average walkable), #65 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). The index weighs street intersection density, distance to transit and the mix of homes and jobs in each neighborhood.
What natural disasters is Beaverton at risk for?
Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Washington County's biggest natural hazard losses in earthquake, strong wind, and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.16% of building value, higher than 54% of US counties.
How is the air quality in Beaverton?
Washington County's air had a median air quality index of 36, and 79% of measured days were rated good; 0 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from fine particles.
Who lives in Beaverton?
Beaverton has 97,812 residents. The median resident of Beaverton is 37.8 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 50.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #269 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 50.5% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Beaverton compare with the rest of Oregon?
Beaverton ranks #6 of the 20 Oregon cities we track, with a score of 60 against Oregon's statewide 50.9. Its households earn 16% above the Oregon median. Violent crime is 19% below the statewide rate. Homes are 6% above the typical Oregon home.
What cities are similar in size to Beaverton?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Beaverton's population of 97,812 are Atascocita, TX (#569 overall), Fayetteville, AR (#539 overall), Roanoke, VA (#793 overall), Sunrise, FL (#943 overall), and Orem, UT (#440 overall). Beaverton is #402.