Forest Grove, OR vs La Mesa, 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.
Forest Grove
66.1
#1584 nationally
La Mesa
62.8
#1822 nationally
La Mesa leads in walk score (60 vs 41). Forest Grove leads in cost of living index (123 vs 160). Forest Grove leads in crime level (9.2 vs 11.4).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Forest Grove, OR | La Mesa, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.1 (#1584) | 62.8 (#1822) |
| Population | 26,799 | 60,537 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $526,407 | $896,209 |
| Median Household Income | $77,977 | $83,649 |
| Average Commute | 28.9 min | 25.6 min |
| Walk Score | 41 | 60 |
| Crime Level | 9.2 | 11.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 123 | 160 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+34.0 | D+16.8 |
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66.1 Score
Forest Grove, OR
Small Oregon city with local appeal
Median Home
$526,407
Population
26,799
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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62.8 Score
La Mesa, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$896,209
Population
60,537
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
60
Pacific
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