Central Point, OR vs Elk Grove, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Central Point
73.2
#768 nationally
Elk Grove
66.7
#1508 nationally
Central Point leads in average commute (15.8 min vs 33.1 min). Elk Grove leads in median household income ($115,864 vs $79,731). Central Point leads in cost of living index (118 vs 148).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Central Point, OR | Elk Grove, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.2 (#768) | 66.7 (#1508) |
| Population | 19,171 | 178,444 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $423,657 | $634,683 |
| Median Household Income | $79,731 | $115,864 |
| Average Commute | 15.8 min | 33.1 min |
| Walk Score | 32 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 4.7 | 5.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 118 | 148 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+6.4 | D+19.7 |
C
73.2 Score
Central Point, OR
Small Oregon city with local appeal
Median Home
$423,657
Population
19,171
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
32
Pacific
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D
66.7 Score
Elk Grove, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$634,683
Population
178,444
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
32
Pacific
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