Camas sits east of Vancouver along the Columbia River, with a walkable historic downtown, newer master-planned neighborhoods, and the Camas School District, ranked #9 in Washington by Niche for 2026. It's one of the pricier areas in the region, with medians reported around $760,000–$810,000 in 2026. Like Vancouver, there's no Washington state income tax, but Oregon still taxes wages earned working in Oregon.
Who Camas fits
Families prioritizing schools, remote workers and retirees who get the full benefit of no state income tax, and buyers who want newer construction with a small-town downtown nearby. If Lake Oswego is on your list, Camas is worth comparing on the Washington side.
What daily life looks like
Downtown Camas is a walkable historic main street with local shops and restaurants, and Lacamas Lake gives you trails and water access close to home. Much of the housing is newer, master-planned neighborhoods east of Vancouver. The Camas School District serves about 7,200 students and carries a Niche grade of A.
The trade-offs
Price, first: Camas runs well above Vancouver. The commute into Portland crosses the Columbia on I-205, which backs up at rush hour. And the same tax nuance as Vancouver applies: if you commute to an office in Oregon, Oregon still taxes those wages, and Washington sales tax applies to purchases.
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Prices are typical 2026 ranges from public sources (Zillow, Redfin, and the MLS-based reports cited in the linked guides) and move month to month. Treat them as a starting point, not an appraisal.
Frequently asked questions
Are Camas schools good?
Yes. Niche ranks the Camas School District #9 among Washington school districts for 2026, with an overall grade of A and about 7,200 students.
How much do homes cost in Camas, WA?
Reported 2026 medians run around $760,000 to $810,000 depending on the source and month, making Camas one of the pricier areas in the Portland-Vancouver region.
Do Camas residents pay state income tax?
Washington has no state income tax. But if you work in Oregon, Oregon taxes the wages you earn while working there, so the savings are biggest for remote workers, retirees, and people who work in Washington.
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