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c. 1913
Stillwater Lumber and Shingle Mill, Vader, Washington 01, c. 1913
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About Vader
City in Lewis County, Washington stateVader is a city in Lewis County, Washington, United States. The community began in the 1870s and was known under several different names during its early years. Vader was most recognizably known as Little Falls, after a waterfall on nearby Olequa Creek, until an official name change to Vader in 1913. The city's moniker has remained an issue, with unsuccessful votes held in the 21st century to convert back to Little Falls. Incorporated under the name of Little Falls in 1906, the early town grew largely out of logging and clay manufacturing at the turn of the 20th century, growing to a population that was reported to have reached as high as 5,000 people, despite census records failing to supp…
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Housing in Vader
The typical Vader home is worth about $348,000, down 0.8% in a year, 41% below the Washington typical home.
Only 2 sales in May 2026, too few for a market read. The typical value is the steadier guide.
Work & commute in Vader
Full picture →Most working residents leave Vader for work: only 0% work in town. The top destinations are Longview (7%), Seattle (6%) and Chehalis (5%). Half commute less than 45 miles.
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Natural hazards in Vader
Expected storm and flood damage is higher than in 92% of U.S. communities.
Climate in Vader
Full climate →Vader has mild winters and pleasant summers, with plenty of rain. A typical July afternoon reaches 78°, a January night drops to 34°, and about 3 inches of snow falls in a normal winter.
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