Here Are 12 Jokes Portland That Are Actually Funny

Portland people have a certain way of living. Whether it’s recycling or being particular about our coffee, people on the outside always have a reason to make a joke about us. Here is a list of jokes that people always seem to bring up:

You feel guilty throwing aluminum or glass in the trash.

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You know a married couple who registered for REI for their wedding.

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You can point the direction to mutiple volcanos but can’t see them through the cloudy skies.

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You know ten or more ways to order coffee.

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Everyday is casual Friday.

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You stand on a deserted corner in the rain (or any weather) to wait for the walk sign.

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Portlanders have no concept of humidity without actual rain.

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You put your shorts on when it’s above forty degrees

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You think people who use umbrellas are tourists .

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Portlanders buy new sunglasses every year because they can’t find them after a year of bad weather.

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You plan your kids Halloween costume to fit under a rain coat

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You complain about Californians as you sell your house twice (or three times) as much as you paid.

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What Portland jokes can you think of?