Portland, ME vs Shoreline, WA
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.
Portland
72.9
#814 nationally
Shoreline
66.6
#1527 nationally
Shoreline leads in median household income ($106,184 vs $71,853). Portland leads in average commute (21.2 min vs 28.9 min). Portland leads in cost of living index (118 vs 160).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Portland, ME | Shoreline, WA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.9 (#814) | 66.6 (#1527) |
| Population | 68,408 | 61,353 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $566,902 | $803,451 |
| Median Household Income | $71,853 | $106,184 |
| Average Commute | 21.2 min | 28.9 min |
| Walk Score | 65 | 50 |
| Crime Level | Low | 5.8 |
| School Rating | 7.4 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 118 | 160 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+36.3 | D+51.7 |
C-
72.9 Score
Portland, ME
Foodie paradise on the coast
Median Home
$566,902
Population
68,408
Crime
Low
Schools
B+
Northeast
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D
66.6 Score
Shoreline, WA
Washington community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$803,451
Population
61,353
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
50
Pacific
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