Central Point, OR vs Long 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.
Central Point
73.2
#768 nationally
Long Beach
62.3
#1863 nationally
Long Beach leads in walk score (67 vs 32). Central Point leads in average commute (15.8 min vs 28.4 min). Central Point leads in cost of living index (118 vs 142).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Central Point, OR | Long Beach, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.2 (#768) | 62.3 (#1863) |
| Population | 19,171 | 466,742 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $423,657 | $860,012 |
| Median Household Income | $79,731 | $69,471 |
| Average Commute | 15.8 min | 28.4 min |
| Walk Score | 32 | 67 |
| Crime Level | 4.7 | Moderate-High |
| School Rating | N/A | 5.2 |
| Cost of Living Index | 118 | 142 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+6.4 | D+32.9 |
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73.2 Score
Central Point, OR
Small Oregon city with local appeal
Median Home
$423,657
Population
19,171
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
32
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62.3 Score
Long Beach, CA
Aquatic playground of Southern California
Median Home
$860,012
Population
466,742
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
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