Eugene, OR vs West Hollywood, 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.
Eugene
68.8
#1280 nationally
West Hollywood
62.7
#1836 nationally
Eugene leads in crime level (8.7 vs 24.2). West Hollywood leads in walk score (91 vs 46). Eugene leads in cost of living index (119 vs 183).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Eugene, OR | West Hollywood, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.8 (#1280) | 62.7 (#1836) |
| Population | 177,899 | 34,349 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $482,062 | $997,070 |
| Median Household Income | $61,481 | $89,034 |
| Average Commute | 18.6 min | 26.9 min |
| Walk Score | 46 | 91 |
| Crime Level | 8.7 | 24.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 119 | 183 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+23.1 | D+32.9 |
D+
68.8 Score
Eugene, OR
Mid-size Oregon city with community character
Median Home
$482,062
Population
177,899
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
46
Pacific
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D-
62.7 Score
West Hollywood, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$997,070
Population
34,349
Crime
High
Walk Score
91
Pacific
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