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Canby, Oregon is an attractive growing community with a population of 16,420 and a total area of 3.78 miles. It is located 25 miles south of Portland in the Willamette Valley, surrounded by some of the most fertile soil and land in the state. The community is easily accessible via Interstate 5, Highway 99E and I-205 nearby.
Canby’s locally-owned utilities offer competitive rates, responsive service and ample capacity. Helping new businesses settle in quickly is their priority.
The Canby community has a strong local workforce of 5,500 with strong skills in manufacturing, retrial trade, and wholesale trade. The workforce is well educated: Almost 27% have a bachelor’s degree or higher with another 36% with some college or an associate’s degree. Average payroll is around $40,000 with manufacturing wages averaging $52,500. Nearby community college and advanced degree programs that provide skilled and educated future employees. Below are resources to explore:
The Strategic Investment Zone program offers 15-year property tax abatement for manufacturers making significant investments over $25 million.
The new Vertical Housing Tax Credit offers up to 80% reduction in property taxes for 10 years for mixed use development in downtown Canby. Upper story residential floors are eligible. Staff will work with developers to access the program.
The Business Enhancement Grants have been paused as of May 2025 and funding for the grants was not included in the 2025-2026 fiscal year. Please check back for more information, which will be updated on this page.
