Downey, CA vs Springfield, 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.
Downey
61.3
#1911 nationally
Springfield
69.9
#1161 nationally
Springfield leads in average commute (20.1 min vs 31.3 min). Springfield leads in cost of living index (109 vs 165). Springfield leads in crime level (8.4 vs 12.3).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Downey, CA | Springfield, OR |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 61.3 (#1911) | 69.9 (#1161) |
| Population | 108,816 | 61,085 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $885,146 | $421,652 |
| Median Household Income | $84,236 | $60,982 |
| Average Commute | 31.3 min | 20.1 min |
| Walk Score | 61 | 46 |
| Crime Level | 12.3 | 8.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 165 | 109 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+23.1 |
D-
61.3 Score
Downey, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$885,146
Population
108,816
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
61
Pacific
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D+
69.9 Score
Springfield, OR
Oregon community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$421,652
Population
61,085
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
46
Pacific
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