A WALK AROUND TOWN
Hillsboro, Oregon (Orenco Station, Downtown) 4K Walking Tour Binaural Audio
A recorded walk through Orenco Station and downtown Hillsboro, showing neighborhood streets and civic surroundings.
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Relocation guide
Moving to Hillsboro
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
107,050
Median age 34.8
Median household income
$103,207
Median rent
$1,896/mo
Median home value
$483,400
Schools
26
2 districts
Summer high / winter low
82° / 33°
Pros
- Household incomes run 31% above the US median ($103,207).
- No general sales tax in Oregon.
- Mild weather in June, July, August, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 36 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Homes cost 59% more than the US median ($483,400).
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
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Where in Hillsboro?
Hillsboro spans 2 zip codes. Median home values range from $489,100 to $518,500 by zip.
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A WALK AROUND TOWN
Walking Tour of "The Streets of Tanasbourne" in Hillsboro, Oregon
A creator-led walk around the Streets of Tanasbourne shopping area in Hillsboro.
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Is Hillsboro a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Household incomes run 31% above the US median ($103,207). No general sales tax in Oregon. On the other hand: Homes cost 59% more than the US median ($483,400).
How much do I need to earn to live in Hillsboro?
The median household earns $103,207. Rent at the median ($1,896/month) is about 22% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $75,840 a year.
How many schools are in Hillsboro?
26 public and private schools across 2 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Hillsboro?
Highs average 82°F in August and lows 33°F in December. The most comfortable months are June, July, August.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.