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Troutdale.
About
Life in Troutdale
Living in Troutdale means embracing a smaller city lifestyle just 12 miles from Portland's job market, with a median household income of $89,000 and a median home value around $456,000—reasonable for the Portland metro area. The economy here has genuinely shifted over the past two decades; while many residents still commute to Portland or Gresham, major employers like FedEx, Amazon, and Home Depot have made Troutdale itself a legitimate jobs center, so you might actually be able to work locally. The community feels family-oriented and stable—about 53% of households are married couples, the median age is 38, and the schools are solid through Reynolds School District—but honest talk: population has declined slightly, which tells you this isn't a booming growth destination like some Portland suburbs.
Troutdale at a Glance
Population, income, housing and more
Median Age
38.1 yrs
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Foreign-Born
13.5%
Broadband Internet
95.3%
of households
Population Growth
-3.2%
recent change · Census Bureau
Median household income
Demographics13.5% foreign-born, most often from Mexico
Who lives in Troutdale: race and ethnicity, ages, households, languages and countries of origin
In Troutdale, the largest foreign-born group is from Mexico (21.0%), and 7.7% of residents speak Spanish at home.
Under 18
27.4%
of residents
65 and Older
15.3%
of residents
Households with Kids
33.2%
anyone under 18
Living Alone
24.8%
of households
Married Couples
49.2%
of households
Avg Household Size
2.66
people
Race & Ethnicity
Hispanic or Latino of any race; other groups are non-Hispanic
Top countries of origin (foreign-born)
Languages Spoken at Home
Cost of Livingrent 8% above OR average
Rent, home values, and income in Troutdale
In Troutdale, rent runs 8% above the OR average.
Median rent (per month)
Median home value
Rent Burdened
49.3%
spending 30%+ of income on rent
Severely Rent Burdened
28.6%
spending 50%+
Cost of Living Index
105.4
metro area (BEA) · US avg = 100
Median Property Tax
$4,316
per year, owner-occupied homes
Homeowners
68.9%
of occupied homes are owned
Typical Home Built
1992
median year built
Vacant Homes
4.4%
of housing units
Home Value Trend
Latest: $481,203 (September 2026)
Jobs & Economyunemployment about average for OR
Unemployment in Troutdale and typical pay across the metro area
Unemployment in Multnomah County, which includes Troutdale, is close to the OR average.
Unemployment rate
Troutdale: Multnomah County rate (county-wide) · BLS annual average
Unemployment Rate — 10 Year Trend
Multnomah County (county-wide) · Annual averages
Troutdale is about 2% of Multnomah County’s population, so county-wide figures may differ from local conditions.
What Troutdale Residents Do for Work · share of employed residents by industry
City residents, wherever they work
Median Salary by Occupation · metro area
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area
Commute23.9 min avg
How Troutdale residents get to work, and the nearest airports
In Troutdale, most residents drive alone to work (74%), and 65% get there in under 30 minutes.
How People Get to Work
Commute Time Distribution
Nearest airports · with airline service
- 11 mi
Portland International Airport (PDX)
Medium hub9.1M passengers boarded in 2025
- 132 mi
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Major hub25.4M passengers boarded in 2025
Straight-line distance. Size is the FAA’s hub category, based on passenger traffic: regional airports may have only a few flights a day.
Safetyviolent crime 45% above national average
Crime rates for 2025
Violent crime in the area policed by the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office, which covers Troutdale, runs 45% above the national average.
Violent Crime Rate
476.2
per 100,000 residents
Above average (329 national, 2025)
Property Crime Rate
2,005.9
per 100,000 residents
Above average (1,552 national, 2025)
Policed by Multnomah County Sheriff's Office (county-wide rate)
Natural DisastersHeavy Snow most common — 10 events in 2025
Natural hazard risk, storms and earthquakes
FEMA National Risk Index
Relatively High
98.5 / 100
Compares expected losses from natural hazards, social vulnerability and community resilience against every US county (higher = more risk).
Multnomah County, county-wide · FEMA NRI December 2025
In Multnomah County, which includes Troutdale, the most common type is heavy snow, with 10 recorded events in 2025.
Most common events:
Storm events by year
| Year | Events | Top Type | Property Damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 10 | Heavy Snow | $41,000 |
| 2024 | 10 | Heavy Snow | None reported |
| 2023 | 4 | High Wind | None reported |
| 2022 | 14 | Winter Storm | $53,500 |
| 2021 | 8 | Flood | $35,000 |
| 2020 | 3 | Winter Storm | None reported |
| 2019 | 6 | Tornado | $29,500 |
| 2018 | 5 | Heavy Snow | $7,000 |
Property damage is the National Weather Service's estimate filed with each event. “None reported” means the events were logged with $0 damage; “Not estimated” means no estimate was filed. Storms covering several counties aren't counted here, since NOAA doesn't split their damage by county.
7 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5+ within 100 miles in the past year
Multnomah County, county-wide
Troutdale is about 2% of Multnomah County’s population, so county-wide figures may differ from local conditions.
Air Quality37 median AQI — Good
Days by air quality category (2025)
Air quality in Multnomah County, which includes Troutdale, is typically good — 283 good-air days per year.
Median AQI
37
Good Days
283
per year
Moderate Days
82
per year
Unhealthy Days
0
per year
Multnomah County, county-wide
Troutdale is about 2% of Multnomah County’s population, so county-wide figures may differ from local conditions.
Climate78°F summers, 36°F winters
30-year climate averages (1991–2020) — monthly temperatures and precipitation
Troutdale has mild summers (avg high 78°F) and mild winters (avg low 36°F).
Spring (Mar–May)
61°/43°F
avg high / low
Summer (Jun–Aug)
78°/54°F
avg high / low
Fall (Sep–Nov)
63°/46°F
avg high / low
Winter (Dec–Feb)
46°/36°F
avg high / low
Annual Precipitation
48.4"
Annual Snowfall
3.4"
Hot Days/Year
18
days above 90°F
Freeze Days/Year
40
days below 32°F
Rainy Days/Year
159
Average month
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| Month | High | Low | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 44°F | 35°F | 6.31" |
| Feb | 49°F | 37°F | 4.69" |
| Mar | 55°F | 39°F | 5.07" |
| Apr | 61°F | 42°F | 4.24" |
| May | 68°F | 48°F | 3.31" |
| Jun | 73°F | 52°F | 2.40" |
| Jul | 81°F | 56°F | 0.64" |
| Aug | 81°F | 56°F | 0.70" |
| Sep | 75°F | 51°F | 1.86" |
| Oct | 63°F | 46°F | 4.59" |
| Nov | 51°F | 40°F | 7.47" |
| Dec | 45°F | 36°F | 7.10" |
Healthcare
Hospitals, ratings, and health insurance in Troutdale
Uninsured
4.8%
of residents
No hospitals inside Troutdale's limits — nearest hospitals · within 15 miles
Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 1.4 mi away · Gresham
Adventist Health Portland
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 8.1 mi away · Portland
Providence Portland Medical Center
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 10.6 mi away · Portland
Adult Health · vs. the typical US place
Share of adults. Modeled estimates, not counted cases. “US” = the typical US place.
Medicare-certified hospitals only. Doesn’t include clinics, urgent care, or freestanding ERs.
Education17.8:1 student/teacher ratio
Schools and degree attainment in Troutdale
Troutdale's student/teacher ratio is 17.8:1 (higher than the national average of 16:1), and 29.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Public Schools
6
within city limits
Private Schools
0
within city limits
College Degree Rate
29.1%
adults 25+ with bachelor's or higher
Student/Teacher Ratio
17.8:1
National avg 16:1
Schools located within city limits (2023) — school-level metrics change slowly year to year
Colleges Near Troutdale (within 15 miles)
Public · 4-year · 13,182 students · in-state tuition $12,315 · 59% graduate · median earnings $62,447 (10 yrs after entry)
Public · 2-year · 4,945 students · in-state tuition $5,366 · 42% graduate · median earnings $47,832 (10 yrs after entry)
Public · 2-year · 3,856 students · in-state tuition $5,418 · 25% graduate · median earnings $46,423 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 2,120 students · in-state tuition $68,048 · 72% graduate · median earnings $64,090 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 1,320 students · in-state tuition $71,770 · 79% graduate · median earnings $64,977 (10 yrs after entry)
Oregon Health & Science University
14.3 mi awayPublic · 4-year · 836 students · 95% graduate · median earnings $109,788 (10 yrs after entry)
Degree-granting colleges with 100+ students, placed by campus location (main campuses only — branch campuses are reported under their parent school)
Parks & Recreationclosest: Fort Vancouver National Historic Site, 14 mi
Nearby national parks, recreation areas and public libraries for Troutdale
Troutdale has 3 nearby national parks or recreation areas, closest being Fort Vancouver National Historic Site (14 mi away).
Nearby National Parks & Recreation Areas
Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
National Historic Site
14 mi awayLewis and Clark National Historical Park
National Historical Park
89 mi awayMount Rainier National Park
National Park
97 mi awayPublic Libraries in Troutdale
Troutdale Library
2451 Sw Cherry Park Rd., Troutdale
Cities Near Troutdale
The closest cities within 60 miles
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Troutdale FAQ
Is Troutdale, Oregon affordable?⌄
Troutdale's median rent is $1,653/month, which is above the national average. The median household income is $89,337/year. Median home value is $456,100.
Is Troutdale, Oregon safe?⌄
Troutdale is policed by the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office, whose violent crime rate across its service area was 476 per 100,000 residents in 2025, which is above the national average of 329/100k that year. Property crime rate is 2006 per 100,000. As with any city, crime rates vary by neighborhood.
What is the job market like in Troutdale, Oregon?⌄
Multnomah County, which includes Troutdale, has an unemployment rate of 5.1%, which is slightly above the national average of 4.3%.
What is the cost of living in Troutdale, Oregon?⌄
The cost of living in Troutdale is primarily driven by housing. Median rent is $1,653/month and median household income is $89,337/year. The median home value is $456,100. About 49% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing.
How is the commute in Troutdale, Oregon?⌄
The average commute in Troutdale is 24 minutes, which is about average compared to the national average of 26 minutes.
Data from the US Census Bureau, BLS, FBI, NOAA, EPA, Zillow Research and other public sources. Where our data comes from