Forest Grove, OR vs Madera, 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
Madera
65.3
#1641 nationally
Forest Grove leads in median household income ($77,977 vs $61,626). Forest Grove leads in crime level (9.2 vs 10.8). Madera leads in cost of living index (119 vs 123).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Forest Grove, OR | Madera, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.1 (#1584) | 65.3 (#1641) |
| Population | 26,799 | 68,079 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $526,407 | $426,523 |
| Median Household Income | $77,977 | $61,626 |
| Average Commute | 28.9 min | 28.3 min |
| Walk Score | 41 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 9.2 | 10.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 123 | 119 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+34.0 | R+20.8 |
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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
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65.3 Score
Madera, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$426,523
Population
68,079
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
42
Pacific
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