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Wilsonville, Oregon

What It Is Like to Retire in Wilsonville

Wilsonville is a town of 19,000 as well as being a suburb of Portland. The town is growing fast and has an affluent population. It is located south of Portland and on the Willamette River. Many large corporations have established headquarters or their operations here. Photo of Town Center Park courtesy of Wikipedia and photo of Library exterior courtesy of Wikipedia and M.O. Stevens (public domain).

Where to Retire in Wilsonville and Home Prices

There are several nice neighborhoods including some developments annexed by the city. Zillow reports the median home value in early 2020 to be $475,632. (see Active Communities link at left).

What Is Special about Wilsonville

Crime is low, many nice neighborhoods, active civic leadership and infrastructure. Close to Portland.

What Is Not Special about Wilsonville

It is fairly expensive to live here. It is not considered a walkable community.

Who Will Like Retirement in Wilsonville

Retirees who are looking for a town with parks that offer 55+ programs, and is not far from Portland and all it has to offer, would enjoy Wilsonville and its four seasons.

Local Economy Is Driven by

The local economy is supported by many large corporations who have their headquarters or operations here, including Mentor Graphics and FLIR systems.

Climate and Physical Environment

Wilsonville is located on the Willamette River just south of Portland. January temperatures are about 40 degrees on average, while July is in the high 60's.