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Milwaukie, OR

Milwaukie is a city mostly in Clackamas County, Oregon, United States; a very small portion of the city extends into Multnomah County. Founded in 1847 on the banks of the Willamette River, the city, known as the Dogwood City of the West, was incorporated in 1903 and is the birthplace of the Bing cherry. The city is now a suburb of Portland and also adjoins the unincorporated areas of Clackamas and Oak Grove.

Milwaukie was settled in 1847 and formally platted in 1849 as a rival to the upriver Oregon City by Lot Whitcomb, who named it Milwaukee, Wisconsin. At the time, the Wisconsin city was also frequently spelled "Milwaukie" before the current spelling was adopted. Some accounts also state that the Oregon city used an alternate spelling to prevent confusion at the post office.

Whitcomb arrived in Oregon in 1848 and settled on a donation land claim, where he built a sawmill and a gristmill. Milwaukie rivaled Portland and Oregon City for a time, but Portland eventually became the bigger city because it had a deeper port. The first post office at Milwaukie was established in 1850, with Whitcomb as the first postmaster. The community was incorporated by the Oregon Legislative Assembly on February 4, 1903, originally as the Town of Milwaukie.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.85 square miles (12.56 km²), of which 4.82 square miles (12.48 km²) is land and 0.03 square miles (0.08 km²) is water. Parks include Dogwood Park, Elk Rock Island, Kronberg Park, Milwaukie Riverfront Park, and Spring Park.

Health and wellness are fundamental to Milwaukie's community life. The Providence Milwaukie Hospital stands as a cornerstone of healthcare services, providing comprehensive medical care to residents. Start your fitness journey at Milwaukie Community Center, which offers exercise classes and wellness workshops. For yoga enthusiasts, Elk Rock Yoga and Healing Path Holistic Medicine LLC provide a serene space for practicing yoga and meditation. North Clackamas Aquatic Park is perfect for swimming and water fitness activities. Milwaukie Bay Park offers beautiful trails for walking and jogging. Check out Riverside Physical Therapy for personalized physical therapy and wellness programs.

Top Sites in Milwaukie, OR are Milwaukie Museum, Elk Rock Island, Oaks Amusement Park 

Population: 21,375 (2022). ZIP Codes: 97222, 97267, 97269. Area codes: 503, 971. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Area: 5.14 sq mi (13.32 km²).

FAQs

Where did Milwaukie, OR get its name?

Milwaukie was settled by the Luelling family, orchardists from Iowa in 1847, and formally claimed and settled by pioneer entrepreneur Lot Whitcomb in 1848.  Whitcomb named the town site after the city in Wisconsin out of admiration for that growing Midwest metropolis.  Much of Milwaukie's initial fame would stem from the agricultural pursuits of the town founders Seth Lewelling and Henderson Luelling, brothers who are credited with developing the Bing cherry. The Town of Milwaukie was formally incorporated in 1903 by an Act of the Oregon State Legislature.

Is Milwaukie, OR expensive?

Milwaukie, Oregon's cost of living is 12% higher than the national average. The cost of living in any area can vary based on factors such as your career, average salary, and the real estate market of that area. Milwaukie's housing expenses are 15% higher than the national average and the utility prices are 8% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 22% higher than the national average. Milwaukie has grocery prices that are 8% higher than the national average.

Is Milwaukie, OR a good place to live?

Milwaukie is in Clackamas County. Living in Milwaukie offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Milwaukie, there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Milwaukie and residents tend to lean conservative.

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Wikipedia

City of Milwaukie

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Milwaukie Museum

Elk Rock Island

Oaks Amusement Park

Providence Milwaukie Hospital

Milwaukie Community Center

Elk Rock Yoga

Healing Path Holistic Medicine LLC

North Clackamas Aquatic Park

Milwaukie Bay Park

Riverside Physical Therapy

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