Median Age
41 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
16%
Camas, WA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,596
Population
28,534
Renter Mix
24% Rent
A great spot for families right outside of Portland.
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Suburb
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Camas sits along the Washington side of the Columbia River, where an extinct volcanic vent called Prune Hill rises above a charming downtown filled with local shops, galleries, and restaurants. Part of the greater Portland metro area, the city gives residents easy access to Vancouver to the west and the energy of Portland just across the river—without sacrificing the slower, more grounded pace of a smaller community. Outdoor lovers are well-served by the surrounding parks, nature preserves, and waterways that showcase the Pacific Northwest at its finest. The city takes its name from the camas lily, a plant long prized by Native Americans for its edible bulb, and that sense of deep-rooted local history is woven into everyday life here.
The rental scene in Camas offers a solid mix of townhomes, garden-style apartment communities, and newer multi-story buildings that appeal to a range of renters. Options tend to lean toward spacious floor plans compared to what you'd find closer to Portland proper. Whether you're drawn to a walkable spot near the historic downtown core or prefer something tucked closer to the wooded hillsides, Camas delivers a grounded Pacific Northwest lifestyle with metropolitan access just a short drive away.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$122,943
Average: $147,693
Education
10,809
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
14,048
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Camas has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
24%
Non-Renters
76%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
35%
Other Education
65%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Camas, WA is $1,457 for a studio, $1,596 for one bedroom, $1,867 for two bedrooms, and $2,373 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Camas has decreased by -1.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,596/month
669 Sq Ft
House
$3,223/month
1,938 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Camas, WA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
463 Students
Grass Valley Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
463 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
622 Students
Public
Grades K-5
506 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
407 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
734 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
288 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
681 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,964 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
191 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,021 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
143 Students
Camas School District Open Doors
Public
Grades 9-12
6 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Fisher Basin Community Park
- Washougal River Greenway
- Sandy Swimming Hole
- Pacific Community Park
- Steamboat Landing Park
Transit / Subway
Airports
- Portland International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.