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Pacific Northwest LDS Real Estate: Boise, Portland, and Seattle

The Pacific Northwest has emerged as a significant destination for LDS families who want community, outdoor lifestyle, and lower prices than Utah, while maintaining proximity to the LDS infrastructure that matters. Boise and Meridian specifically have exploded as one of the fastest-growing LDS communities in America.

Boise and Meridian: The PNW LDS Epicenter

The Boise metro area — and Meridian specifically — has become one of the fastest-growing LDS communities in the country. The Meridian Idaho Temple, dedicated November 19, 2017, serves a community that has grown dramatically since its dedication. The Boise Idaho Temple (1984) serves the broader metro. Real estate: Meridian median home prices $400K-$600K — higher than five years ago due to in-migration but still below Utah County. Strong LDS ward activity across multiple stakes. Excellent schools and the Idaho economy’s strong job market. For LDS families who want BYU-adjacent community character without Utah County prices: Meridian is the closest alternative.

Portland and Vancouver WA

The Portland metro’s LDS community is established and growing. The Portland Oregon Temple in Lake Oswego (1989) serves the metro. The Vancouver Washington Temple is under construction, signaling significant LDS community growth in the Vancouver/Clark County area just north of Portland. Vancouver WA is notable: Washington State has no income tax (Oregon has no sales tax), and Clark County/Vancouver offers both advantages to residents who work in either state. Real estate: Portland/Vancouver area $400K-$700K for family homes. LDS communities concentrated in suburbs: Beaverton, Hillsboro, Lake Oswego, and the Vancouver WA suburbs.

Seattle and the Puget Sound

Seattle’s LDS community is served by the Seattle Washington Temple in Bellevue (1980). The Tacoma Washington Temple is under construction. The Marysville Washington Temple is announced — signaling LDS growth in the northern Puget Sound communities. Real estate: Seattle metro prices are high ($700K-$1.5M for family homes). More affordable Puget Sound communities: Tacoma, Puyallup, Auburn, and the South Sound. Washington State has no income tax — a significant advantage for LDS families with high incomes coming from California (13.3% state tax) or even Utah.

Core: Hub — Temples — Proximity — Large Family — Wards — Food Storage — Announcements
Markets: Utah Co — SL Co — Davis/Weber — St George — Cache — SE Idaho — AZ — Rexburg
Migration: CA to UT — CA LDS — PNW
Life Stage: Young — Retire — BYU — Mission Fam — Mission Field — Investors — Parents — STG vs UT

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Boise Idaho a good LDS community?

Yes, one of the fastest-growing in the US. Meridian Idaho Temple operating (2017), Boise Idaho Temple operating (1984). Multiple active stakes. Strong schools. Idaho economy growing. Prices $400K-$600K, below Utah County but higher than 5 years ago.

What LDS temples serve the Pacific Northwest?

Boise Idaho Temple (1984), Meridian Idaho Temple (2017), Portland Oregon Temple (1989), Seattle Washington Temple / Bellevue (1980), Kennewick Washington Temple (2019), Spokane Washington Temple (1999). Under construction: Tacoma WA, Vancouver WA, Willamette Valley OR (Eugene area).

Is Vancouver WA a good LDS location?

Yes. Vancouver Washington Temple under construction signals LDS community growth. No Washington state income tax (Oregon also has no sales tax). Portland metro amenities. $400K-$700K home prices. Strong LDS community in Clark County suburbs.