Median Age
37 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 18% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
13%
Hillsboro, OR
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,627
Population
102,733
Renter Mix
50% Rent
Be dazzled by the brilliance you'll discover in Hillsboro
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Exciting
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Fun-Filled
Welcome to Hillsboro, Oregon's fifth-largest city and a technology hub in the Pacific Northwest. Located in the scenic Tualatin Valley just 17 miles west of Portland, this community seamlessly combines innovation with small-town atmosphere. Housing choices span from apartments in the pedestrian-friendly Orenco Station neighborhood to homes in the historic downtown district.
Life in Hillsboro balances city conveniences with outdoor activities. The city features more than 20 parks, including Jackson Bottom Wetlands Preserve, a haven for wildlife observation. The Glenn & Viola Walters Cultural Arts Center hosts regular performances and exhibitions, while the annual Oregon International Air Show brings excitement to summer festivities. Historic downtown Hillsboro and the Streets of Tanasbourne offer shopping and dining options. The MAX Light Rail Blue Line provides direct access to Portland, and the Hillsboro School District serves the community. Originally established in 1842 and named after pioneer David Hill, Hillsboro has evolved from its agricultural roots to become an important technology center in Oregon.
Explore the City
Intel is the largest employer in Hillsboro, and employs many Orenco Station neighbors.
Beautiful scenery awaits at Jackson Bottom Wetland Preserve in South Hillsboro.
Oro the friendly giant is a creative jungle gym loved by locals in Hillsboro.
Residents can walk for miles along the Rock Creek Trail.
New restaurants and shops are opening in the historic Downtown Hillsboro.
The new Hillsboro Downtown Station offers a cozy indoor tap house and trendy food trucks.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$95,745
Average: $117,958
Education
35,883
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
56,533
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
In Hillsboro, there are roughly the same number of renters and homeowners.
Renters
50%
Non-Renters
50%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
30%
Other Education
70%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Hillsboro, OR is $1,458 for a studio, $1,626 for one bedroom, $1,858 for two bedrooms, and $2,269 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Hillsboro has decreased by -4.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,626/month
721 Sq Ft
House
$2,608/month
1,601 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,782/month
991 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,347/month
1,450 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Hillsboro, OR is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Farmington View Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
245 Students
Public
Grades K-5
411 Students
Paul L Patterson Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
404 Students
Public
Grades K-5
389 Students
Public
Grades K-5
333 Students
Beaverton Academy of Science and Engineering
Public
Grades 6-12
822 Students
Public
Grades K-8
154 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
709 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
722 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
654 Students
Beaverton Academy of Science and Engineering
Public
Grades 6-12
822 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,551 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,500 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,454 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,359 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Rood Bridge Park & Rhododendron Garden
- Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks and Minerals
- Jackson Bottom Wetlands Preserve
- Washington County Museum
- Tualatin Hills Nature Center
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.