106 movers in Beaverton
Mountain Moving and Storage
"This has been 3 1/2 months of total stress. After getting through the arrival of our belongings from storage in Washington (not told in advance the shipping would be subcontracted to Stevens Worldwide), with a driver taking a nap throughout most o..."
Uptown Moving & Storage
"I made the mistake of hiring these goons when I moved from Washington state to Ohio. They left tons of items in my old house in Washington state-paintings my deceased grandmother and dad made, bath towels, baking pans etc. When they finally arrive..."
What to know when moving to Beaverton, OR
TL;DR: Beaverton at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community where 60.5% of residents rent and the median household income is $74,306.
- The Major Draw:
- The median gross rent is $1,551, providing a range of options for renters.
- The Reality Check:
- 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
- Commute:
- 8.5% of commuters use public transit.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for $1,551/month in rent.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- The median gross rent is $1,551, which can be a significant expense for renters.
- The median owner-occupied home value is $476,000, indicating a competitive housing market.
- Education level is relatively high, with 38.1% of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
- The poverty rate stands at 14.7%, suggesting economic challenges for some residents.
- 60.5% of the population are renters, highlighting a strong rental market.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Schools & Higher Ed
Beaverton has access to a range of educational institutions in the surrounding area.
- Total postsecondary institutions: 31
- Institutions with College Scorecard data: 28
- Notable nearby colleges include Northwest College-Beaverton and several Portland-based institutions like Lewis & Clark College and Concorde Career College.
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations, NCES College Scorecard.
Weather & Getting Outside
Beaverton's residents enjoy access to several parks and outdoor spots for recreation.
- Washington Park - 4.7 stars (16,785 reviews)
- Oaks Amusement Park - 4.4 stars (7,440 reviews)
- Mt. Tabor Park - 4.8 stars (6,633 reviews)
- Forest Park - 4.8 stars (3,505 reviews)
- Tualatin Hills Nature Park - 4.7 stars (2,722 reviews)
Source: Google Places API.
