Portland metropolitan area, Metropolitan statistical area in Oregon and Washington, US
Description
The region covers seven counties in Oregon and Washington, incorporating the cities of Portland, Vancouver, and Hillsboro. This metropolitan expanse joins urban centers with forested hills and farmland along the Columbia River.
History
Early European settlers arrived in the late 18th century, while the region grew into an economic hub during the 20th century through timber and port industries. Migration and industrial growth after World War II led to a lasting expansion of built-up areas.
Culture
The region maintains a population distribution of 1,795,557 White, 76,054 Black, 27,292 Indigenous, and 178,384 Asian residents according to 2020 census data.
Practical
Highways such as Interstate 5 and Interstate 84 cross the area, while Portland International Airport links the region with national and international destinations. Public transit operates within city limits, and a car proves useful for reaching more remote corners.
Did you know?
Metro is a directly elected regional government that coordinates land use and transport decisions for the whole area. This model of elected metropolitan governance is uncommon in the United States and gives residents direct influence over regional planning.
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Tilikum Crossing, Bridge of the People
1.4 km
USS Blueback
1.6 km
Spokane, Portland and Seattle Railway 700
1.2 km
Oregon Rail Heritage Center
1.2 km
Ross Island Bridge
1.2 km
Ross Island
1.6 km
Aladdin Theater
325 m
Clinton Street Theater
858 m
Johan Poulsen House
806 m
Mirabella Portland
1.6 km
John Ross Tower
1.6 km
The Ardea
1.6 km
The Meriwether
1.5 kmSt. Sharbel Maronite Catholic Church
1.1 km
Santa Barbara Apartments
1.4 km
CineMagic Theater
1.4 km
Mizpah Presbyterian Church of East Portland
667 m
Eugenia Apartments
1.6 km
Brooklyn Park
420 m
Nettie Krouse Fourplex
1.6 km
James B. Stephens House
1.1 km
George P. Lent Investment Properties
1.2 km
Walter F. Burrell House
1.6 km
Gustave Bartman House
1.1 km
Portland Spirit
1.3 km
Buckler–Henry House
836 m
St. Philip Neri Church
591 m
"Attitude of Gratitude" Mural
755 m
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