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Battle Ground, Washington, in Clark county, is 11 miles NE of Vancouver, Washington (center to center) and 19 miles N of Portland, Oregon. The city benefits from easy access to the nearby cities and towns with which it shares the Portland - Vancouver metropolitan area. Battle Ground contains a population of approximately 9,296.
In Battle Ground, about 61% of adults are married. Battle Ground has a large-family feeling. There are plenty of young children in the city.
In 2000, Battle Ground had a median family income of $49,876.
Political donors in Battle Ground favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $4,278. Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in the city.
Battle Ground has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 70% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Homes in the city are newer than those found in most places.
In Battle Ground, 94% of commuters drive to work.
Comparing Battle Ground to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Washington (State):
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| Low Violent Crime | | |
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