Salem, OR vs San Pablo, 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.
Salem
67.1
#1465 nationally
San Pablo
62.8
#1826 nationally
San Pablo leads in walk score (73 vs 42). Salem leads in average commute (22.7 min vs 33.9 min). Salem leads in cost of living index (115 vs 140).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Salem, OR | San Pablo, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.1 (#1465) | 62.8 (#1826) |
| Population | 177,432 | 31,249 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $440,726 | $561,356 |
| Median Household Income | $67,540 | $72,552 |
| Average Commute | 22.7 min | 33.9 min |
| Walk Score | 42 | 73 |
| Crime Level | 14.6 | 17.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 115 | 140 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+2.0 | D+38.0 |
D+
67.1 Score
Salem, OR
Mid-size Oregon city with community character
Median Home
$440,726
Population
177,432
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
42
Pacific
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D-
62.8 Score
San Pablo, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$561,356
Population
31,249
Crime
High
Walk Score
73
Pacific
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