PortlandVancouver
PortlandVancouver refers to the combined metropolitan area encompassing Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington. This urban region straddles the border between the U.S. states of Oregon and Washington, situated along the Columbia River. The two cities are geographically proximate and share significant economic and cultural ties, often being considered a single metropolitan entity for various statistical and planning purposes. The U.S. Census Bureau defines a single metropolitan statistical area (MSA) that includes both Portland and Vancouver, as well as surrounding counties.
The economic base of the Portland Vancouver metropolitan area is diverse, with significant sectors including technology,