About Vancouver, Washington
Vancouver is a city of approximately 195,000 in Clark County, Washington, directly across the Columbia River from Portland, Oregon. As the fourth-largest city in Washington and the largest in Southwest Washington, Vancouver combines deep Pacific Northwest history, a revitalized waterfront, and a major employment base with easy access to Portland.
History of Vancouver
Vancouver is the oldest non-Native American settlement in Washington state, founded in 1825 as a Hudson's Bay Company fur-trading post by Dr. John McLoughlin. (It's unrelated to Vancouver, British Columbia, and pre-dates it.) Fort Vancouver was a hub of the Pacific Northwest fur trade and a site of deep historical significance, including for the Oregon Trail. Vancouver became a U.S. Army post after 1846 and has continually grown as a major regional center.
Neighborhoods in Vancouver
Vancouver is home to a mix of neighborhoods and districts, each with its own character.
| Neighborhood | Character |
|---|
| Downtown Vancouver | The revitalized core with Esther Short Park, restaurants, and civic buildings. |
| The Waterfront | A newly developed district along the Columbia River with restaurants, apartments, and public plazas. |
| Uptown Village | A walkable historic neighborhood just north of downtown. |
| Hazel Dell | An established area north of downtown with mid-century neighborhoods. |
| Fisher's Landing | East Vancouver with newer subdivisions and commercial centers. |
| Cascade Park | A large residential area in east Vancouver. |
Notable attractions in Vancouver
Vancouver offers residents and visitors a variety of local attractions.
Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
A National Park Service unit with the reconstructed fur-trading fort.
The Waterfront and Waterfront Renaissance Trail
A revitalized Columbia River riverfront with parks and dining.
Esther Short Park
Downtown park with the Salmon Run Bell Tower and summer events.
Officers Row
Historic 19th-century Army officers' homes at Fort Vancouver.
Pearson Air Museum
At Pearson Field, one of the oldest operating airfields in the U.S.
Vancouver at a glance
- Population: ~195,000
- Median household income: $72,000
- Median home value: $475,000
Economy of Vancouver
Vancouver's economy is diverse, anchored by healthcare (PeaceHealth and Legacy are major employers), tech (including Burgerville, nLight, and other local tech firms), manufacturing, education, and a growing tourism sector around the historic fort and waterfront.
Yes — we serve Vancouver through our in-home mobile service. We come to your home and bring the full Lice Charmers treatment to your kitchen table or wherever you’re most comfortable.
Our two physical clinics are in Southeast Portland and Beaverton, both 2nd floor stairs-only. For families in the Vancouver area, our mobile service is usually the most convenient option.
