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Introduction to Canby, Oregon
Canby, Oregon, in Clackamas county, is 16 miles S of Beaverton, Oregon and 18 miles S of Portland, Oregon. The city has a population of 12,790.
Canby History
Canby was named after Major Gen. Edward R.S. Canby. Rails were laid in 1870. Canby was incorporated in February of 1893. Ferry service was established by the local businessmen in 1914.
Canby and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Canby
The city of Canby provides amenities for several different types of recreational opportunities. The area has numerous parks, including Champoeg State Park, Willamette Mission State Park, Maud Williamson State Park and Milo McIver State Park. The Portland Children's Museum, the Oregon History Center, the American Advertising Museum and the Rail Depot Museum are all popular local tourist spots.
Canby Transportation
Portland International Airport provides facilities for air transportation.
Canby Higher Education
Facilities for higher education are available from Clackamas Community College, Portland State University and Lewis and Clark College.
Canby strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Oregon):
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| Low Violent Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 11% |  |
| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. State) | Top 15% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. State) | Top 16% | |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers) | Top 16% | |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. State) | Top 17% | |
| Median Family Income (vs. State) | Top 19% | |
Comparing Canby to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Oregon (State):
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| Low Violent Crime | | |
| Low Property Crime | | |
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