Living in OR isn't as bad as many indicate. WA also has many additional taxes that OR doesn't have (on your boat, RV, plane, higher auto registration etc.). I would highly suggest Wilsonville, Lake Oswego, West Linn, Sherwood, etc. They are great towns with great schools. Oregon City is a good town, but poor school ratings. Vancouver and Battle Ground school districts aren't very good either. Just do your research and decide what is best for your family. We live south of PDX about 35min and have no regrets.