Lice Clinic Happy Valley — About Happy Valley, Oregon
Happy Valley is a city of roughly 25,000 in Clackamas County, nestled against Mt. Scott just southeast of Portland. Once a small rural community, Happy Valley has grown rapidly since the 2000s and is now one of the most affluent cities in the Portland metro area, with scenic views, newer homes, and excellent schools.
History of Happy Valley
Happy Valley was named in the 1850s by early settler Christian Deardorff for the lushness of the valley. It was incorporated as a city in 1965 with fewer than 300 residents. For most of its history it remained a small rural community, but rapid suburban growth since 2000 has increased the population by roughly 8x, making Happy Valley one of the fastest-growing cities in Oregon.
Neighborhoods in Happy Valley
Happy Valley is home to a mix of neighborhoods and districts, each with its own character.
| Neighborhood | Character |
|---|
| Central Happy Valley | The original city center around SE King Road. |
| Scouters Mountain area | Hillside neighborhoods with premium views. |
| Altamont | Newer subdivisions on the eastern side. |
| Pleasant Valley border | Southern edge transitioning to more rural areas. |
Notable attractions in Happy Valley
Happy Valley offers residents and visitors a variety of local attractions.
Scouters Mountain Nature Park
A 74-acre Metro park with trails and an observation deck.
Mount Talbert Nature Park
A 216-acre extinct volcano just west of Happy Valley.
Happy Valley Park
A 25-acre city park with sports fields, playgrounds, and an amphitheater.
Happy Valley Farmers Market
A popular summer weekly market.
Happy Valley at a glance
- Population: ~25,000
- Median household income: $135,000
- Median home value: $725,000
Economy of Happy Valley
Happy Valley is primarily residential, with most residents commuting to jobs throughout the Portland metro, especially healthcare, tech, and professional services. A modest local commercial base supports the community.
Nearest lice clinic to Happy Valley
The nearest lice clinic to Happy Valley is our Southeast Portland clinic at 2340 SE Gladstone St, Suite 18. We also treat Happy Valley families at home.
Looking for a lice clinic near Happy Valley? Our Southeast Portland lice clinic on SE Gladstone St is the closest one, and if a drive is not practical today, our mobile team can treat your family at home in Happy Valley.
Our Portland lice clinic is on the 2nd floor and reached by stairs only. If stairs are hard for anyone in the family, book in-home service instead.
