Valley Stream, NY vs West Linn, OR
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.
Valley Stream
64.4
#1697 nationally
West Linn
70.1
#1139 nationally
West Linn leads in crime level (1.6 vs 6.9). Valley Stream leads in walk score (69 vs 34). West Linn leads in average commute (25 min vs 42.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Valley Stream, NY | West Linn, OR |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 64.4 (#1697) | 70.1 (#1139) |
| Population | 40,007 | 26,629 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $776,097 | $779,602 |
| Median Household Income | $122,048 | $134,116 |
| Average Commute | 42.3 min | 25 min |
| Walk Score | 69 | 34 |
| Crime Level | 6.9 | 1.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 144 | 151 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+4.2 | D+9.7 |
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64.4 Score
Valley Stream, NY
Small New York city with local appeal
Median Home
$776,097
Population
40,007
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
69
Northeast
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70.1 Score
West Linn, OR
Small Oregon city with local appeal
Median Home
$779,602
Population
26,629
Crime
Low
Walk Score
34
Pacific
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