Eugene, OR vs Los Angeles, 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.
Eugene
68.8
#1280 nationally
Los Angeles
60.9
#1917 nationally
Eugene leads in average commute (18.6 min vs 31.4 min). Los Angeles leads in walk score (68 vs 46). Eugene leads in cost of living index (119 vs 173).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Eugene, OR | Los Angeles, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.8 (#1280) | 60.9 (#1917) |
| Population | 177,899 | 3,822,238 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $482,062 | $946,268 |
| Median Household Income | $61,481 | $74,891 |
| Average Commute | 18.6 min | 31.4 min |
| Walk Score | 46 | 68 |
| Crime Level | 8.7 | Moderate-High |
| School Rating | N/A | 5.4 |
| Cost of Living Index | 119 | 173 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+23.1 | D+32.9 |
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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D-
60.9 Score
Los Angeles, CA
Entertainment capital of the world
Median Home
$946,268
Population
3,822,238
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C
Pacific
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