Forest Grove

OR

Washington County, Oregon

Population 604K |Median income $107,772 |5 hospitals

Population
603,947
Washington County
Median Income
$107,772
+59% vs avg
Median Home Value
$588,000
+158% vs avg
Median Age
38.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
604K+12%
Median Income
$107,772+68%
Median Home Value
$588,000+108%
Poverty Rate
8.1%-29%
Unemployment
4.5%-53%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,849/mo
Poverty Rate
8.1% -43% vs avg
Unemployment 4.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 47.5%
Work From Home 24.4%
Public Transit 3.1%

Population

White 63.5%
Asian 11.5%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.1%
African American 2.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
32.4%
High Blood Pressure
29.9%
Short Sleep Duration
29.2%
Physical Inactivity
17.7%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.1%
Binge Drinking
14.6%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.4%
Current Asthma
11.2%
Diabetes
9.9%
Current Smoking
9.7%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 70.3%
Dental Visit 68.6%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.8%
Coronary Heart Disease
5%
Stroke
2.6%

Hospitals 5 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
1
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2
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0
Average Rating
2.8/5
Total Hospitals
5
With ER
4
PROVIDENCE ST VINCENT MEDICAL CENTER
PORTLAND · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
KAISER FOUNDATION HOSPITAL WESTSIDE
HILLSBORO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
HILLSBORO MEDICAL CENTER
HILLSBORO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
LEGACY MERIDIAN PARK MEDICAL CENTER
TUALATIN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Forest Grove Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Big Bend Florida Counties Including Tallahassee

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Forest Grove, OR? ▼
Forest Grove, OR has a population of 603,947 people, located in Washington County, Oregon.
What is the median household income in Forest Grove? ▼
The median household income in Forest Grove, OR is $107,772 per year. The poverty rate is 8.1%.
What is the median home value in Forest Grove? ▼
The median home value in Forest Grove, OR is $588,000. Median rent is $1,849/month.
What are the top health concerns in Forest Grove? ▼
The top health indicators in Forest Grove include Obesity (32.4%), High Blood Pressure (29.9%), Short Sleep Duration (29.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Forest Grove? ▼
Forest Grove has 5 hospitals with an average rating of 2.8/5 stars. 4 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Forest Grove? ▼
The median age in Forest Grove, OR is 38.1 years. 47.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Forest Grove, OR is located in Washington County, Oregon. With a population of 604K and a median household income of $107,772, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 5 hospitals with an average rating of 2.8/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Forest Grove area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Washington County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.