Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
28%
Over 65
16%
Ridgefield, WA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,612
Population
15,299
Renter Mix
20% Rent
Enjoy tranquil suburban life on the cusp of Portland
Suburban
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Family-Friendly
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Growing
Located on the I-5 Discovery Corridor in the countryside of northern Clark County, Ridgefield is a growing suburb with a small-town feel. Ridgefield residents enjoy a peaceful reprieve from city life, within 20 minutes’ driving distance from Portland, Oregon. Downtown Ridgefield bridges the gap between the city and the country, with plenty of shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues in a walkable environment.
Ridgefield is also known for its significant Native American and Lewis and Clark Expedition history. Natural beauty abounds in Ridgefield, with convenient access to the Lake River, Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge, and pristine local parks. Ridgefield fosters a strong sense of community through numerous events, including a popular Fourth of July celebration and the exciting Birdfest and Bluegrass event. Close proximity to the Portland-Vancouver metro area ensures easy access to its world-class food scene, theater, ballet, and professional sporting events without any of the hassles of living in a big city.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$100,889
Average: $123,099
Education
3,772
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
7,468
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Ridgefield has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
20%
Non-Renters
80%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
22%
Other Education
78%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Ridgefield, WA is $1,612 for one bedroom, $1,905 for two bedrooms, and $2,468 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Ridgefield has decreased by -1.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,612/month
732 Sq Ft
House
$2,649/month
1,687 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Ridgefield, WA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
713 Students
Public
Grades K-5
713 Students
Public
Grades K-5
720 Students
Public
Grades K-5
720 Students
Sunset Ridge Intermediate School
Public
Grades K-5
629 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
591 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,133 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Daybreak Park & Boat Launch
- La Center Bottoms Stewardship Site
- Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge
- Paradise Point State Park
- Whipple Creek Regional Park
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.