Economic Development

Welcome to Milwaukie - a thriving small city with big plans, and the commitment to make them happen.

Milwaukie is next to the growing urban metropolis of Portland in Oregon's lush Willamette Valley. Our location gives us a unique advantage: easy access to big city infrastructure without the heavy costs. Our goal is to actively assist existing Milwaukie companies, and also support those seeking to locate or expand in Milwaukie. Our team can help solve problems and find the business resources you need to grow. The City is committed to making Milwaukie a better place to live and work. Why should your business call Milwaukie home?

Strategic Location: Located at junction of Highways 99E and Highway 224 and next to Interstate I-205; only 9 miles to Portland International Airport
Tax Incentives: Enterprise zone property tax abatements available
Lower Cost of Doing Business: No sales or inventory tax; No City of Milwaukie business income or payroll tax; No county business income tax. Oregon has an excellent business tax structure according to recent rankings by Forbes and The Tax Foundation.
Educated Workforce: Educated, 300,000+ labor force within a seven-mile radius; ten Colleges and Universities nearby
Business Development Partners: A network of state, regional and county resources aiming to assist your business
Business Friendly Local Government