Gresham, OR vs Seal Beach, 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.
Gresham
65.6
#1622 nationally
Seal Beach
59.7
#1946 nationally
Gresham leads in cost of living index (124 vs 149). Gresham leads in crime level (11.2 vs 13.2). Gresham leads in walk score (47 vs 41).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gresham, OR | Seal Beach, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65.6 (#1622) | 59.7 (#1946) |
| Population | 110,685 | 24,352 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $470,730 | $841,961 |
| Median Household Income | $69,437 | $75,507 |
| Average Commute | 27.5 min | 31 min |
| Walk Score | 47 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 11.2 | 13.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 124 | 149 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+62.1 | D+2.6 |
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65.6 Score
Gresham, OR
Mid-size Oregon city with community character
Median Home
$470,730
Population
110,685
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
47
Pacific
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59.7 Score
Seal Beach, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$841,961
Population
24,352
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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