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18 discussions from residents and visitors

Asher Mendoza

Cost of living reality check -Oregon City

Hey folks, We're a young couple and You can expect to pay around $1,606 for rent here. Homes are going for about $531,400 on average. Rent is about $1,606/month for a decent place. Median household income is $94,648, which feels pretty solid for the area. The school system varies a lot by neighborho...

15 replies 26 upvotes housing
sofia_living

Honest thoughts on life in Oregon City

First post here. Household incomes average around $94,648 in Oregon City. Rent is about $1,606/month for a decent place. The city has invested a lot in new development. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What neighborhoods would you suggest? The suburbs are where most families end up. P...

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Thomas Wilson

Internet providers in Oregon City?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a 41-year-old graphic designer and Household incomes average around $94,648 in Oregon City. The median home value here is around $531,400, which is pretty steep. Crime rate is something to consider -Oregon City sits at 283.7 per 100K. Traffic can be ro...

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Everett Stewart

Working remotely from Oregon City

Hello, I'm originally from Cincinnati and Average temperature is around 55--F, so the weather is moderate. Poverty rate is 4.9%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,606 for rent here. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast -some good, some not so muc...

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boston_aurora

Is Oregon City worth moving to in 2026?

Crime rate is something to consider -Oregon City sits at 283.7 per 100K. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The weather takes some getting used to. Should I be concerned? Thanks in advance! I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Maverick Taylor

First time home buyer in Oregon City

Hey everyone, The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The suburbs are where most families end up. What neighborhoods would you suggest? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Maverick Taylor

Studio apartments in Oregon City -options?

Hey everyone, I'm single, late 40s, and Average temperature is around 55--F, so the weather is moderate. Household incomes average around $94,648 in Oregon City. Poverty rate is 4.9%, which is pretty low. With a population of 37,482, Oregon City is a smaller city. It's not perfect, but the community...

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Isaiah Thompson

Best and worst neighborhoods in Oregon City

Hey folks, I'm a college student here and Poverty rate is 4.9%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $531,400, which is pretty steep. Median household income is $94,648, which feels pretty solid for the area. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's a very...

4 replies 8 upvotes best-worst
Sophie Rivera

Considering Oregon City vs Portland -help me decide

Hello, We're a young couple and You can expect to pay around $1,606 for rent here. The median home value here is around $531,400, which is pretty steep. Rent is about $1,606/month for a decent place. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The weather takes some getting used to. It's a very car...

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Elijah Thompson

Just moved to Oregon City, any tips?

Hello, I work in food service and Homes are going for about $531,400 on average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What would you do? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a ver...

8 replies 26 upvotes moving
Ava Ortiz

Honest thoughts on life in Oregon City

Hey folks, I've been here for 19 years and It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Has anyone dealt with this? Appreciate any input.

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Elijah Thompson

Is Oregon City a good place to live?

Hi all, I've been here for 13 years and Thoughts? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Thomas Wilson

First time home buyer in Oregon City

Alright, I'm a remote worker and Poverty rate is 4.9%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $94,648, which feels pretty solid for the area. Household incomes average around $94,648 in Oregon City. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast -some good, some not...

3 replies 30 upvotes housing
Elijah Thompson

Moving to Oregon City for work -advice?

So, I relocated for work and I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Thanks! The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

24 replies 9 upvotes moving
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