Newberg, OR vs Vista, 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.
Newberg
67.2
#1456 nationally
Vista
63.3
#1784 nationally
Newberg leads in cost of living index (124 vs 158). Newberg leads in crime level (7.4 vs 8.7). Vista leads in walk score (46 vs 44).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Newberg, OR | Vista, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.2 (#1456) | 63.3 (#1784) |
| Population | 26,095 | 98,344 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $535,028 | $879,716 |
| Median Household Income | $87,873 | $88,715 |
| Average Commute | 28.2 min | 27.1 min |
| Walk Score | 44 | 46 |
| Crime Level | 7.4 | 8.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 124 | 158 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+6.1 | D+16.8 |
D+
67.2 Score
Newberg, OR
Small Oregon city with local appeal
Median Home
$535,028
Population
26,095
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
44
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D
63.3 Score
Vista, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$879,716
Population
98,344
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
46
Pacific
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