Head Lice Clinic Wilsonville: About Wilsonville, Oregon
Wilsonville is a city of approximately 28,000 in Clackamas and Washington counties, about 17 miles south of Portland along Interstate 5. Known for its planned growth, strong schools, and major employers including Xerox and Mentor Graphics (a Siemens business), Wilsonville combines suburban comfort with easy Willamette River access.
History of Wilsonville
Wilsonville was named after Charles Wilson, who operated a ferry across the Willamette River at the site in the mid-1800s. For much of the 20th century it was a small agricultural community. Incorporation came in 1969, and explosive growth followed in the 1970s and 1980s as Xerox, Mentor Graphics, and other major employers located there.
Neighborhoods in Wilsonville
Wilsonville is home to a mix of neighborhoods and districts, each with its own character.
| Neighborhood | Character |
| Old Town Wilsonville | The historic core near the Willamette River with the Wilsonville Community Center. |
| Charbonneau | A planned community on the Willamette River's south bank with its own golf course and marina. |
| Villebois | A modern master-planned walkable community based on European design principles. |
| West Wilsonville | Newer residential growth areas. |
Notable attractions in Wilsonville
Wilsonville offers residents and visitors a variety of local attractions.
Graham Oaks Nature Park
A 250-acre Metro park with trails and restored oak savanna.
Willamette River
Boat access and riverfront recreation.
World of Speed Museum
A motorsports museum (note: check current operating status).
Villebois
A walkable neighborhood with a village center, pub, and community events.
Wilsonville at a glance
- Population: ~28,000
- Median household income: $105,000
- Median home value: $625,000
Economy of Wilsonville
Wilsonville hosts an unusually strong employment base for its size, with major operations from Xerox, Mentor Graphics/Siemens, Rockwell Collins, and SYSCO. Many residents work locally rather than commuting, though the city is well-connected to Portland and Salem.
The nearest head lice clinic to Wilsonville is our Beaverton location on SW Canyon Road. Prefer to stay home? Our in-home technicians can bring the same treatment to your door.
The Beaverton clinic sits on a 2nd floor with stairs only. If stairs are hard for anyone in your family, book an in-home visit instead.