Portland, OR vs Westminster, 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
Westminster
61.1
#1916 nationally
Portland leads in cost of living index (128 vs 171). Portland leads in average commute (26.8 min vs 28 min). Portland leads in walk score (67 vs 65).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Portland, OR | Westminster, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.1 (#1464) | 61.1 (#1916) |
| Population | 635,067 | 88,729 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $534,270 | $1,103,609 |
| Median Household Income | $78,423 | $80,271 |
| Average Commute | 26.8 min | 28 min |
| Walk Score | 67 | 65 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 12.0 |
| School Rating | 5.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 128 | 171 |
| 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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D-
61.1 Score
Westminster, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,103,609
Population
88,729
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
65
Pacific
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