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Is Tigard a Good Place to Live? Tigard, Oregon: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Tigard ranks #353 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #167 of 524 smaller cities and #5 of 20 in Oregon. Against similar-size cities it stands out for fast population growth (+1.5%, #68 of 468) and low poverty (6.7%, #105 of 524), and trails on expensive homes ($610,500, #407 of 524).
Tigard by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Tigard'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 Tigard?
Tigard'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 $1,782/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $602,382, 21% above the typical Oregon home ($496,113).
| Measure | Tigard | 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 | $602,382#943 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 | $1,852/mo#612 of 1,115 | — | $1,884/mo | $1,948/mo |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $401,950 | $610,500#1082 of 1,309 | — | $401,950 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,633/mo | $1,782/mo#948 of 1,309 | — | $1,633/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.5x | 5.6x#961 of 1,309 | — | 4.5x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 22.2% | 19.7%#417 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.
Tigard 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. Tigard is in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro.
Oregon housing market →Is Tigard safe?
Tigard recorded 256 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 22% below the US rate of 328 and 18% below Oregon's 311. That ranks #471 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #215 of 444 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Tigard Police Department. Property crime runs 3,523 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
| Measure | Tigard | OregonOR | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 264 · US 328 | 256#471 of 1,085 | 311 | 264 | 328 |
| Property crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 1,550 · US 1,548 | 3,523#1013 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 Tigard?
The median household in Tigard earns $108,823, 31% above the US figure of $83,163 and 28% above Oregon ($85,220). Unemployment is 4.9% (US 4.3%). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 1.5% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
| Measure | Tigard | OregonOR | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $83,646 · US $83,163 | $108,823#246 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% | 6.7%#223 of 1,312 | — | 10.8% | — |
| Population growth, one yearCensus population estimates · rank 1 = fastestSimilar-size +0.2% · US +0.5% | +1.5%#153 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 Tigard?
The median resident of Tigard is 39.4 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 51% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #247 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 61.7% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Tigard | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 37.7 | 39.4 | 37.7 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 35.1% | 51%#247 of 1,312 | 35.1% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 61.7% | 61.7% | 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 Tigard's schools and health?
Tigard's 10 public schools graduate 86% of students in four years (Oregon 81.3%), with 18.1 students per teacher and $17,561 spent per pupil. 32.4% of adults are obese and 9.6% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 31.9% and 11%.
| Measure | Tigard | OregonOR | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High school graduation rateDepartment of Education EDFacts · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 89% | 86%#647 of 1,063 | 81.3% | 89% | — |
| Students per teacherNCES Common Core of Data · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 16.4 | 18.1#848 of 1,188 | — | 16.4 | — |
| Spending per pupilNCES school finance survey · rank 1 = mostSimilar-size $15,354 | $17,561#373 of 1,188 | — | $15,354 | — |
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 31.9% | 32.4%#564 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% | 16.4%#496 of 1,311 | — | 16.7% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.1% | 6.8%#228 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. 6,542 students are enrolled in Tigard's public schools.
What are the commute and weather like in Tigard?
The average commute in Tigard is 22.9 minutes (Oregon 23.2); 2.2% of workers take transit and 26.4% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Tigard scores 13.2 of 20 (above average walkable), #298 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 67.1°F and winters 45.5°F, with 39.2 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Tigard | OregonOR | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 25.1 min | 22.9 min#586 of 1,312 | 23.2 min | 25.1 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 6.5% | 3.4%#276 of 1,312 | 5.9% | 6.5% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 70.8% | 60.3% | 65.2% | 70.8% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.1% | 2.2% | 2.4% | 1.1% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.4% | 2.4% | 3.4% | 1.4% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.2% | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.2% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 13.7% | 26.4% | 17.1% | 13.7% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 11.1 | 13.2#298 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 | 49.7 | 40.4 | 5.5 |
| Feb | 54.3 | 40.2 | 4.3 |
| Mar | 57.9 | 41.9 | 4.1 |
| Apr | 63 | 44.7 | 3 |
| May | 69.8 | 49.6 | 2.2 |
| Jun | 73.3 | 53.2 | 1.7 |
| Jul | 80.7 | 56.5 | 0.5 |
| Aug | 81.9 | 56.9 | 0.5 |
| Sep | 75.9 | 52.5 | 1.4 |
| Oct | 64.8 | 47.2 | 3.9 |
| Nov | 54.7 | 42.7 | 5.9 |
| Dec | 48.6 | 39.6 | 6.3 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Nature Park-Beaverton.
| Measure | Tigard | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 58.1°F | 55.8°F | 58.1°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 74.2°F | 67.1°F | 74.2°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 40.8°F | 45.5°F | 40.8°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 38.3 in | 39.2 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 Nature Park-Beaverton.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Tigard?
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 | Tigard | 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 Tigard compare with similar-size cities?
Tigard is one of 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track and ranks #167 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 56,011.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tigard, ORPop. 56,011 | #353 | 60.9 | $108,823 | $1,782/mo | 256 | 22.9 min |
| Fountain Valley, CAPop. 56,258 | #450 | 59.0 | $115,237 | $2,631/mo | 176 | 26 min |
| Southaven, MSPop. 56,226 | #640 | 56.0 | $78,483 | $1,445/mo | 266 | 24 min |
| Bozeman, MTPop. 56,114 | #211 | 64.2 | $85,747 | $1,717/mo | 397 | 15.5 min |
| Olympia, WAPop. 55,951 | #497 | 58.1 | $81,302 | $1,599/mo | 475 | 20 min |
| Bonita Springs, FLPop. 55,904 | #780 | 53.6 | $95,210 | $1,882/mo | no data | 24.2 min |
| Perth Amboy, NJPop. 55,855 | #922 | 51.4 | $61,977 | $1,688/mo | 269 | 23.5 min |
| Port Arthur, TXPop. 55,828 | #1300 | 36.6 | $46,354 | $1,021/mo | 596 | 23.4 min |
| Spring Hill, TNPop. 55,765 | #243 | 63.4 | $112,013 | $1,844/mo | part year | 30 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 Tigard compare with the rest of Oregon?
Tigard ranks #5 of the 20 Oregon cities we track, with a score of 60.9 against Oregon's statewide 50.9. Its households earn 28% above the Oregon median. Violent crime is 18% below the statewide rate. Homes are 21% 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 Tigard's score calculated?
Tigard scores 60.9 out of 100, #353 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 Tigard. Similar-size median 55.5.
62.1 - SafetyCity data · 13% of score
Violent and property crime per 100,000 residents, as reported to the FBI by Tigard's police agency. Similar-size median 77.8.
65.0 - HealthCity data · 13% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Tigard. Similar-size median 58.9.
61.5 - EducationCity data · 13% of score
Graduation rate, students per teacher and spending per pupil in Tigard's public schools. Similar-size median 55.2.
57.3 - AffordabilityCity data · 11% of score
Tigard's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 59.3.
47.2 - Household financesCity data · 9% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Tigard. Similar-size median 56.1.
75.2 - GrowthCity data · 7% of score
Population growth and unemployment in Tigard. Similar-size median 42.4.
53.0 - TransportationCity data · 7% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Tigard. Similar-size median 50.0.
66.5 - WalkabilityCity data · 7% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Tigard's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 53.2.
64.2 - 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: Tigard'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 Tigard 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 Tigard
Is Tigard, OR a good place to live?
Tigard ranks #353 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #167 of 524 smaller cities and #5 of 20 in Oregon. Against similar-size cities it stands out for fast population growth (+1.5%, #68 of 468) and low poverty (6.7%, #105 of 524), and trails on expensive homes ($610,500, #407 of 524).
What is the cost of living in Tigard?
Tigard'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 $1,782/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $602,382, 21% above the typical Oregon home ($496,113).
What is the crime rate in Tigard?
Tigard recorded 256 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 22% below the US rate of 328 and 18% below Oregon's 311. That ranks #471 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #215 of 444 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Tigard Police Department. Property crime runs 3,523 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
What is the median household income in Tigard?
The median household in Tigard earns $108,823, 31% above the US figure of $83,163 and 28% above Oregon ($85,220). Unemployment is 4.9% (US 4.3%). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 1.5% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
How much is rent in Tigard?
Median rent in Tigard is $1,782/mo (Census), #948 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). The typical asking rent for a unit on the market now is $1,852/mo, against $1,948/mo nationally. Median rent takes 19.7% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Tigard?
The typical home value in Tigard is $602,382, down 1.4% in a year, against $496,113 for Oregon and $368,697 nationally. The Census median value of owner-occupied homes is $610,500.
How are the public schools in Tigard?
Tigard's 10 public schools graduate 86% of students in four years (Oregon 81.3%), with 18.1 students per teacher and $17,561 spent per pupil.
How long is the commute in Tigard?
The average commute is 22.9 minutes, #586 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 23.2 minutes across Oregon. 3.4% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Tigard?
Tigard averages 55.8°F over the year, 67.1°F in summer and 45.5°F in winter, with 39.2 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Tigard walkable?
Tigard scores 13.2 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (above average walkable), #298 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 Tigard 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 Tigard?
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 Tigard?
Tigard has 56,011 residents. The median resident of Tigard is 39.4 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 51% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #247 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 61.7% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Tigard compare with the rest of Oregon?
Tigard ranks #5 of the 20 Oregon cities we track, with a score of 60.9 against Oregon's statewide 50.9. Its households earn 28% above the Oregon median. Violent crime is 18% below the statewide rate. Homes are 21% above the typical Oregon home.
What cities are similar in size to Tigard?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Tigard's population of 56,011 are Fountain Valley, CA (#450 overall), Southaven, MS (#640 overall), Bozeman, MT (#211 overall), Olympia, WA (#497 overall), and Bonita Springs, FL (#780 overall). Tigard is #353.