Rainier, Oregon
Population: 1,705
Located in Columbia County
Rainier is located north of Portland, between Prescott and Clatskanie along US Hwy 30. Situated in Columbia County, this historic mill town is named for Mt. Rainier, visible to the northeast. George Vancouver, in turn, named the mountain, in 1792 for Rear-Admiral Peter Rainier of the Royal Navy. The town was formerly known as Eminence. The name was changed to Rainier on 6 Jan 1852. The first post office of Eminence was established in 1851 with Charles E. Fox, the town's founder, as the first postmaster. Rainier is perfectly situated for a quick commute to Portland. It was an important river town in its early days. Rainier is also the southern anchor of the Lewis and Clark Bridge, the only bridge over the Columbia River between Portland and Astoria. This bridge allows Northwest Oregon residents immediate access to Interstate 5 and all points north, such as Longview, Washington. Like the rest of this part of Oregon, rain is the order of the day! If you like wet weather then you will love Rainier! Rainier averages 40 inches each year, although some years it has received over 100 inches! It seldom snows, except in the mountains, and the winters are mild. Rainier enjoys an excellent climate with four distinct seasons. Further education is something that is readily accessible to students in the school district. With Portland not far away, and many other choices in colleges and universities in other Oregon or Washington State cities, there is a plethora of choices. Parents here are concerned about their children's education and have elected to become involved at all levels. Commitment to this is important to the residents of Rainier. Spectacular views, great golf courses, some of the best skiing in the world, mountains, streams, rivers and lakes are all part of the everyday lives of the residents of Rainier! A permanent vacation feel permeates the town, and indeed the county! The unique ambiance attracts families seeking the area's wholesome environment. Peaceful, tree-lined streets beautify the homes in the warm, summer months and then provide color for the wonderful fall months. It is not unusual to walk past homes and see families outside, just enjoying the weather and each other. Most home choices are limited to single-family dwellings, and they range in price from $100,000 to $300,00 for most three or four-bedroom homes in the town limits. Larger lots are available outside the city limits, and you can buy land and create the home of your dreams. With all this on offer, what are you waiting for? Rainier is the place of dreams, but here you can turn your dream into reality!
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