Hermiston, OR vs Springfield, OH
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.
Hermiston
72.9
#807 nationally
Springfield
74
#653 nationally
Hermiston leads in crime level (8.7 vs 37.6). Hermiston leads in median household income ($65,502 vs $45,113). Springfield leads in cost of living index (84 vs 105).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hermiston, OR | Springfield, OH |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.9 (#807) | 74 (#653) |
| Population | 19,489 | 58,082 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $348,415 | $190,008 |
| Median Household Income | $65,502 | $45,113 |
| Average Commute | 19.2 min | 20.1 min |
| Walk Score | 45 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 8.7 | 37.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 105 | 84 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+37.8 | R+29.5 |
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72.9 Score
Hermiston, OR
Small Oregon city with local appeal
Median Home
$348,415
Population
19,489
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
45
Pacific
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74 Score
Springfield, OH
Ohio community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$190,008
Population
58,082
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
42
Midwest
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