Portland, 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.
Portland
67.1
#1464 nationally
Seal Beach
59.7
#1946 nationally
Portland leads in walk score (67 vs 41). Portland leads in cost of living index (128 vs 149). Portland leads in average commute (26.8 min vs 31 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Portland, OR | Seal Beach, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.1 (#1464) | 59.7 (#1946) |
| Population | 635,067 | 24,352 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $534,270 | $841,961 |
| Median Household Income | $78,423 | $75,507 |
| Average Commute | 26.8 min | 31 min |
| Walk Score | 67 | 41 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 13.2 |
| School Rating | 5.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 128 | 149 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+62.1 | D+2.6 |
D+
67.1 Score
Portland, OR
Keep Portland Weird
Median Home
$534,270
Population
635,067
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C+
Pacific
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F
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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