Forest Grove, OR vs Vista, 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.
Forest Grove
66.1
#1584 nationally
Vista
63.3
#1784 nationally
Forest Grove leads in cost of living index (123 vs 158). Vista leads in median household income ($88,715 vs $77,977). Vista leads in walk score (46 vs 41).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Forest Grove, OR | Vista, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.1 (#1584) | 63.3 (#1784) |
| Population | 26,799 | 98,344 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $526,407 | $879,716 |
| Median Household Income | $77,977 | $88,715 |
| Average Commute | 28.9 min | 27.1 min |
| Walk Score | 41 | 46 |
| Crime Level | 9.2 | 8.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 123 | 158 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+34.0 | D+16.8 |
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66.1 Score
Forest Grove, OR
Small Oregon city with local appeal
Median Home
$526,407
Population
26,799
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
41
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63.3 Score
Vista, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$879,716
Population
98,344
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
46
Pacific
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