King City Business Recourses
To that end, we have compiled a list of Small Business Resources to help our local entrepreneurs connect with regional services that provide general business advice and mentoring, as well as supply chain resources.
Community Profit Information
About Our Community
Nestled at the foot of Bull Mountain, located in the Tualatin Valley along Highway 99W, sits the City of King City, the fulfillment of a dream by Ron Sorenson, its founder and developer. In 1960 Mr. Sorenson bought 66 acres of farmland “that was later to be the critical piece of land for the development of King City” (Reynolds.) In July 1966, Governor Mark Hatfield dedicated King City, Oregon, as an incorporated city.
Throughout the growth of King City, developers started to build Single Family Use, and Multi-Family Use residential houses west of 131st Street that welcomed all ages.
Since 2016, the City of King City has been working on plans for smart growth and connected streets with the community. Part of this growth was the 2018 concept plan, which was approved by Metro, and the city is currently working on the Transportation System Plan and the Kingston Terrace Master Plan. Per the 2020 Census data, the City of King City has grown to 5,184 residents. This is a growth rate of 66.7% since the 2010 Census data.
Location: 12 miles SW of Portland, in Washington County (~28 minutes)
City Facility Locations: City Hall and Police - 15300 SW 116th Ave, King City 97224
Lat and Long: 45.40899454781606, -122.79514286413216
Population: 5,184
Average rain Fall: 38 inches (rounded up)
Number of Business:
Median Household Income: $55,507
Median Home Sold: $405,000
Permanent Tax Rate: $1.53*
Police Levy Rate: $0.63*
US Census Bureau Quick Facts: https://data.census.gov/profile?g=1600000US4139150
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*Tax rates are dollars per $1,000 of Assessed Value (AV).
Business License
You'll need a business license when you open your business in King City. To file for a business license, go to the Business Licenses Hub.
Per chapter 5.04.030, you are required to register your business with King City. Some exemptions may apply; please read chapter 5.04.070 to see if you qualify as an exempted business.
Financial Advising
The Capital Access Team offers specialty advising on ways to finance your business and become "funder ready."
Community Resources
About Our Community
Nestled at the foot of Bull Mountain, located in the Tualatin Valley along Highway 99W, sits the City of King City, the fulfillment of a dream by Ron Sorenson, its founder and developer. In 1960 Mr. Sorenson bought 66 acres of farmland “that was later to be the critical piece of land for the development of King City” (Reynolds.) In July 1966, Governor Mark Hatfield dedicated King City, Oregon, as an incorporated city.
Throughout the growth of King City, developers started to build Single Family Use, and Multi-Family Use residential houses west of 131st Street that welcomed all ages.
Since 2016, the City of King City has been working on plans for smart growth and connected streets with the community. Part of this growth was the 2018 concept plan, which was approved by Metro, and the city is currently working on the Transportation System Plan and the Kingston Terrace Master Plan. Per the 2020 Census data, the City of King City has grown to 5,184 residents. This is a growth rate of 66.7% since the 2010 Census data.
Community Resources
The City of King City recognizes the unique and diverse needs of our community members. Providing service and support to our community is at the heart of King City's mission. Below you will find links to services and information from King City, Washington County, and our partner organizations that allow our community to respond to problems and thrive.
| Support Senior Information & Support Services Domestic Violence Advocate Reporting Crimes or Safety Concerns |
Health Mental Health |
Livability Parks and Recreation |
King City History
Up until the 1980s, King City was an age-restricted city. Jordan Way was the first non-age restrictive development built in King City, followed by the areas west of 131st street. Throughout the growth of King City, developers built Single Family Use and Multi-Family Use residential houses west of 131st Street that welcomed all ages.
Since 2016, King City has been working on an expansion plan emphasizing smart growth, connected streets, parks, and trails that integrate with the natural systems to ensure an environmentally sound and economically sustainable community. Part of this growth planning was the concept plan, which Metro Oregon approved in 2018. The City is currently working on the Transportation System Plan and the Kingston Terrace Master Plan, which are nearing completion, and will be considered in early 2023. Per the 2020 Census data, King City has grown to 5,184 residents. This is a growth rate of 66.7% since the 2010 Census data.
King City recognizes the unique and diverse needs of our community members. Our mission as a city is to partner with our community to achieve the goal of improving our quality of life by working toward a safer and more connected community by addressing personal safety, health, environmental sustainability, and transportation needs and meeting the challenge through proactive community engagement and serving our residents.
Go to the King City History page to learn more.