Question 1

What is the weather like in Oregon?

Accepted Answer

Oregon's weather varies widely from east to west. Eastern Oregon is much drier than the western part of the state, and the Cascade Range acts as a barrier, preventing moisture from the Pacific Ocean from reaching the east. As a result, summers in eastern Oregon are long, warm, and dry, while winters are cold and snowy.  While in the western part of the state, you can expect wetter winters with beautiful dry summers.  Living in Oregon you'll find temperatures are pretty mild year-round.

Question 2

Are there lots of job opportunities for those living in Oregon?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are plenty of job opportunities available for anyone looking to move to Oregon. The state's economy is strong and growing, and several industries are booming, including technology, agriculture, and tourism.

Question 3

What are the biggest cities in Oregon?

Accepted Answer

The three biggest cities in Oregon are Portland, Salem, and Eugene. At the time of writing, Portland is the largest city, with a population of over 650,380. Salem is the second-largest city, with a population of about 171,806. Eugene is the third-largest city, with a population of about 170,457.

Question 4

What is Oregon known for?

Accepted Answer

Oregon is known for its natural beauty, progressive values, and vibrant culture. The state is home to many iconic landmarks, including the Oregon Trail, Mount Hood, and Crater Lake. Oregon is also known for its delicious food and wine, as well as its thriving craft beer scene.

Question 5

What is Unique About Oregon?

Accepted Answer

If you plan to move to Oregon you'll find it unique in several ways. One of the most notable is that it has no sales tax. This means that when you make a purchase, you don't have to pay extra for the state sales tax. Oregon is also one of the few states where you don't have to pump your own gas. There are attendants at all gas stations who will gladly do it for you.  Are you Moving to Oregon or Living in Oregon and want to rent a video? Oregon is home to the last Blockbuster in the United States.  Located in Bend, Oregon

Question 6

Where is the best place in Oregon to live?

Accepted Answer

That is a very tough question. Between the Portland Metro Area, Oregon Coast, Willamette Valley, Columbia River Gorge/Mt. Hood, Central Oregon, Southern Oregon, and Eastern Oregon have so many great places and climates in Oregon. Choosing the best place in Oregon to live is really about personal preference. The best you can do is research and visit, and hopefully, you'll figure out where the best place in Oregon to live is for you.

Question 7

I want to live in Oregon.  How do I go about moving there?

Accepted Answer

If living in Oregon seems like it might be right for you and you're thinking you might want to move to Oregon, research and preparation are essential. Between the information and contacts on this website and the question and ask forum in our Facebook Group > Moving to Oregon, you should have access to a lot of information and be able to get a lot of questions answered to help with your decision and planning. Once you've made your decision, lining up a job, if you aren't retired, and finding a place to live would be important next steps.