Moving from Oakland, CA, to Portland, OR

Making a 630-mile move to Portland

When you’re planning to relocate 630 miles north from Oakland, CA, to Portland, OR, you can expect a different lifestyle and climate in the larger city.

Oakland is a city of approximately 441,000 people, while Portland, OR, is slightly larger, with 653,000 residents. Portland’s metropolitan area, with a population of 2.5 million, is similar in size to the East Bay region in California, where Oakland is located.

Continue reading to discover more about life in “Rose City.”

Expect cooler winters and warmer summers

The weather in Portland is a bit warmer in the summer and colder in the winter, compared to Oakland. Portland’s average yearly temperatures range from 36 to 81 degrees, compared with Oakland’s annual average range of 44 to 72 degrees.

While Oakland averages 24 inches of rain annually, Portland receives significantly more, averaging 43 inches, which means nearly 100 fewer sunny days per year. Winter precipitation isn’t typical in Oakland, but Portland averages around 3 inches of snow each year.

Top attractions in Portland, Oregon

Portland has plenty of places to enjoy. Check out these favorites:

  • Forest and Washington Parks
  • International Rose Test Garden
  • Lan Su Chinese Garden
  • Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
  • Oregon Zoo
  • Portland Art Museum
  • Portland Japanese Garden

Finding work in Portland

In Portland, the job market and economy are strong. The key industries include healthcare, manufacturing, retail trade, technical services, food service and education.

The area hosts a high concentration of leading tech companies, including Intel, HP, and Tektronix, earning it the nickname of “Silicon Forest.” 

Let U-Pack help with a stress-free move to Oregon

With service centers near Oakland and Portland, U-Pack® is ready to handle your move to Oregon. We’re a DIY moving service with nearly 30 years of experience in long-distance moving. You handle packing, loading and unloading, and then we take care of transporting your things. Get a free online quote today or call us at 844-362-5303844-594-3077. We’re here to help!