Why Live in Vancouver WA

Learn about Vancouver, WA and the reasons it is the perfect place for you and your family, including housing, employment education and entertainment options.

Terri Sunday Realty, Clarke County Real Estate, Vancouver WA Community

Why Live Here

Sitting on the banks of the Columbia River, Vancouver, WA, is home to just over 171,000 people. It has all the charm of a small town with a big city's conveniences, especially with Portland just across the river.

Without a doubt, this beautiful city has more than played its role in Washington, consistently polling among the top five states to live.

Vancouver has a median age of just 36 and is a colorful and vibrant city.

For the outdoors lover, Vancouver presents as an adventure playground with a whole host of sports and activities right on its doorstep.

Lifestyle of living in the community

The Vancouver Washington community is one of the friendliest in the Pacific Northwest. Expect to ride up front with your Uber driver and for the locals to wave and chat to those new in town.

Just 31% of Vancouver's population are native to the Washington State, with 54% immigrants from other US states and 15% arriving from outside of the US. This contributes to the diverse population of the city.

Local Schools

The Vancouver School district is responsible for the education of around 22,000 students, with 84% of students on target to graduate on time. The White House has recognized the school district for its commitment to computer excellence.

Schools in Vancouver are generally accepted to offer an above-average standard of education to students. Approximately 3,200 teachers, with over 70% holding a master's degree or higher, are employed in 89 elementary schools and 18 high schools within Vancouver.

Employment

One of the main advantages of working in Vancouver is there is no state personal income tax.

Vancouver is home to many tech startups and is commonly known, alongside Portland, as Silicon Forest.

Vancouver has many of the same employment opportunities as Portland. The city has a current unemployment rate of 4,9%, with a predicted job growth rate of 38.8% over the next ten years.

Entertainment

With Portland just across the river, residents have easy access to a range of international acts. There is also a very active live theater program and regular symphony, ballet, and orchestra performances each year. Within Vancouver, there are many unique bars and restaurants offering live acts.

Parks and Recreation

With easy access to the Olympic Peninsula, Mount St. Helens and Mount Adams in the immediate vicinity, Vancouver residents are spoilt for choice when it comes to parks and recreation. There are countless waterfalls, trails and adventure activities awaiting the residents. This is accompanied by easy access to the ski slopes of the Cascades and the picturesque coast, which is only a couple of hours away.

Real Estate Housing

Compared to other cities in the Pacific Northwest, Vancouver offers relatively affordable housing options with the average house price well below its neighbor on the other side of the river, Portland.

Clark County real estate has every type of lifestyle covered with the spectacular views offered by houses on the riverfront, inner-city apartment life, the suburban family home, or houses with a rural outlook and a little land on the outskirts.

Terri Sunday Realty Realtors are experts in the area. Give us a call to discuss your real estate needs. Call or text now: 503-319-4962