Eugene, OR vs National City, 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
National City
62.1
#1876 nationally
Eugene leads in crime level (8.7 vs 19.1). National City leads in walk score (69 vs 46). Eugene leads in average commute (18.6 min vs 25.6 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Eugene, OR | National City, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.8 (#1280) | 62.1 (#1876) |
| Population | 177,899 | 55,236 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $482,062 | $692,459 |
| Median Household Income | $61,481 | $59,850 |
| Average Commute | 18.6 min | 25.6 min |
| Walk Score | 46 | 69 |
| Crime Level | 8.7 | 19.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 119 | 143 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+23.1 | D+16.8 |
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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D-
62.1 Score
National City, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$692,459
Population
55,236
Crime
High
Walk Score
69
Pacific
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