Living in Clark County, Washington

Clark County is a county in Washington with a population of around 459,495, part of the Portland-Vancouver-Beaverton, OR-WA MSA metro area. The main communities are Vancouver, Camas, Battle Ground.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,817/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $528K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.2%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 48°F) and cool summers (highs around 72°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Clark County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 38 and a moderately educated workforce (31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.