Where is Milwaukie, Oregon, USA?

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Where is Milwaukie Located? - Milwaukie is a city located in the Clackamas, Multnomah County of Oregon, United States. Milwaukie lies between 35.4873613 Degrees North latitudes and 80.6217341 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Milwaukie Located?

Milwaukie is a city located in the Clackamas, Multnomah County of Oregon, United States. Milwaukie lies between 35.4873613 Degrees North latitudes and 80.6217341 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Milwaukie city is 21119 people and the city has a total area of 4.9 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Milwaukie, Oregon Quick Facts

Attribute Information
CityMilwaukie
CountyClackamas County
StateOregon
State CapitalSalem
US RegionPacific Northwest (Western United States)
Latitude45.4462° N
Longitude122.6397° W
Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Land Area4.86 sq mi
Water Area0.18 sq mi
Total Area5.04 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)21,119
Population DensityApproximately 4,345 per sq mi
ZIP Codes97222, 97267, 97269
Area Code503, 971
Time Zone StandardPacific Standard Time (PST, UTC−8)
Time Zone DaylightPacific Daylight Time (PDT, UTC−7)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code41-48600
Congressional DistrictOregon's 5th Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Milwaukie

Category Information
Airport NamePortland International Airport
IATA CodePDX
PortNo commercial port; access to the Willamette River
Major HighwaysOR 99E, OR 224, Interstate 205, Interstate 5 (nearby)
Train/Amtrak ServiceNo Amtrak station in the city; nearest station is Portland Union Station
Local Bus/Transit ServiceTriMet bus routes and MAX Orange Line light rail
  • Oregon Route 99E – Main north–south highway connecting Milwaukie with Portland, Oregon City, and Canby.
  • Oregon Route 224 – Links the city with Clackamas, Estacada, and the Mount Hood region.
  • Interstate 205 – Eastern Portland bypass offering access to Vancouver, Portland International Airport, and Oregon City.
  • Interstate 5 – Major interstate west of the city connecting the Portland metropolitan area with Seattle and California.

Top Places to Visit in Milwaukie, Oregon

Landmark Name Type
Milwaukie Riverfront ParkPark
Elk Rock IslandNature Preserve
North Clackamas Aquatic ParkWater Park
Milwaukie MuseumMuseum
Spring Park Natural AreaNature Park
Kellogg Creek ParkPark
Milwaukie Bay ParkRiverfront Park
Dark Horse Comics HeadquartersLandmark
Willamette Greenway TrailRecreation Trail
Dogwood ParkPark

Driving Distances from Milwaukie, Oregon to Nearby Cities

City State Distance (mi) Approx. Drive Time
PortlandOregon715 minutes
Oregon CityOregon815 minutes
Lake OswegoOregon615 minutes
Happy ValleyOregon715 minutes
TigardOregon1020 minutes
BeavertonOregon1525 minutes
GreshamOregon1325 minutes
VancouverWashington1830 minutes
SalemOregon4650 minutes
HillsboroOregon2435 minutes

Colleges and Universities in Milwaukie, Oregon

Institution Name Type Level Notable For
Clackamas Community College – Harmony CampusPublicCommunity CollegeHealthcare and workforce programs
Portland Community College – Southeast CampusPublicCommunity CollegeTransfer and technical education
Oregon Health & Science UniversityPublicUniversityMedical and health sciences
Portland State UniversityPublicUniversityResearch and urban studies
Lewis & Clark CollegePrivateCollegeLiberal arts education

Waterbodies in Milwaukie, Oregon

Willamette River, Kellogg Creek, Johnson Creek, Crystal Springs Creek, Tryon Creek, Elk Rock Island Channel, Milwaukie Bay, Mount Scott Creek.

Stadiums in Milwaukie

Milwaukie High School Athletic Stadium, North Clackamas Stadium, Providence Park, Moda Center, Clackamas High School Stadium.

Milwaukie, Oregon — Key Historical Facts

  • Milwaukie was founded in 1847 and became one of the earliest settlements in the Oregon Territory.
  • The city was named after Milwaukee, Wisconsin, by pioneer Lot Whitcomb, who established a successful riverboat business along the Willamette River.
  • During the nineteenth century, Milwaukie developed as an important shipbuilding, lumber, and agricultural shipping center.
  • The community became part of the Portland metropolitan area while maintaining its own historic downtown and waterfront identity.
  • Today, Milwaukie is known for its riverfront parks, light rail connections, and thriving arts and small business community.

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