Eugene, OR vs High Point, NC
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.
Eugene
68.8
#1280 nationally
High Point
72.9
#808 nationally
Eugene leads in walk score (46 vs 23). Eugene leads in crime level (8.7 vs 12.5). High Point leads in cost of living index (95 vs 119).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Eugene, OR | High Point, NC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.8 (#1280) | 72.9 (#808) |
| Population | 177,899 | 116,926 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $482,062 | $251,120 |
| Median Household Income | $61,481 | $58,582 |
| Average Commute | 18.6 min | 20.7 min |
| Walk Score | 46 | 23 |
| Crime Level | 8.7 | 12.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 119 | 95 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+23.1 | D+21.8 |
D+
68.8 Score
Eugene, OR
Mid-size Oregon city with community character
Median Home
$482,062
Population
177,899
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
46
Pacific
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C-
72.9 Score
High Point, NC
Mid-size North Carolina city with community character
Median Home
$251,120
Population
116,926
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
23
Southeast
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