Washington County, county in Oregon, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 603,514 inhabitants. The county was created 181 years ago in 1843. Its county seat is Hillsboro.
There are 21 city/town in Washington County, OR. The largest city of Washington County is Hillsboro with a population of 110,985. Other cities include, Beaverton population 98,957, Tigard population 56,049, Aloha population 49,425, Tualatin population 27,481
Nestled in the northern part of Oregon's Willamette Valley lies Washington County, home to some of the state's fastest growing cities. With its close proximity to Portland and location along major transportation corridors, Washington County has become an attractive destination for families and businesses over the past few decades.
The county's largest city is Hillsboro, which serves as the county seat. Once a quiet agricultural community, Hillsboro has transformed into a thriving suburb and is now Oregon’s fifth-largest city overall. Numerous high-tech companies, including Intel's large semiconductor manufacturing campus, have fueled rapid growth and economic development.
Other notable Washington County cities include Beaverton, Tualatin River in the Portland metropolitan area. Tigard is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Tigard Public Library and the Tigard Historical Society.">Tigard, Tualatin, and Forest Grove. Beaverton is a large residential and commercial hub, filled with shopping, dining, and entertainment options. The city is also home to Nike's world headquarters. Tigard and Tualatin are suburban communities that lie close to Portland and offer residents affordable housing options. And Forest Grove is a charming small town filled with local shops, breweries, and the historic Pacific University campus.
With its diverse mix of cosmopolitan and small-town atmospheres, Washington County provides an appealing blend of big-city opportunities and small-town charm. The county's cities continue to grow at a swift pace while retaining their own unique local flavors and assets.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Washington County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Aloha | A city in Clackamas County, Oregon. | 49,425 |
Banks | City in Oregon, USA | 2,034 |
Beaverton | The most populous city in Washington County, Oregon. | 98,957 |
Bethany | Unincorporated community in Washington County, Oregon, United States | 20,646 |
Cedar Hills | City in Utah County, Utah, United States | 8,300 |
Cedar Mill | Unincorporated community in Washington County, Oregon | 14,546 |
Cornelius | City in Oregon, USA | 13,116 |
Durham | City in Oregon, USA | 1,908 |
Forest Grove | City in Oregon, USA | 25,442 |
Gaston | City in Oregon, USA | 715 |
Hillsboro | The most populous city in Washington County, Oregon. | 110,985 |
King City | City in Oregon, USA | 4,408 |
Metzger | Unincorporated community, in Washington County, Oregon | 3,765 |
North Plains | City in Oregon, USA | 2,194 |
Oak Hills | Census-designated place in Washington County, Oregon, United States | 11,333 |
Raleigh Hills | Census-designated neighborhood in Washington County, Oregon, United States | 5,896 |
Rockcreek | Unincorporated community in Oregon | 9,316 |
Sherwood | City in Oregon, USA | 19,746 |
Tigard | The most populous city in Washington County, Oregon. | 56,049 |
Tualatin | City in Oregon, USA | 27,481 |
West Slope | Unincorporated suburb of Portland, in Washington County, Oregon, U. | 6,554 |