Hillsboro, OR vs Millbrae, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Hillsboro
69.8
#1169 nationally
Millbrae
62.1
#1874 nationally
Hillsboro leads in cost of living index (130 vs 287). Millbrae leads in crime level (5.6 vs 8.7). Millbrae leads in median household income ($146,649 vs $98,891).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hillsboro, OR | Millbrae, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 69.8 (#1169) | 62.1 (#1874) |
| Population | 107,730 | 22,087 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $518,047 | $2,055,633 |
| Median Household Income | $98,891 | $146,649 |
| Average Commute | 23.1 min | 28.7 min |
| Walk Score | 44 | 55 |
| Crime Level | 8.7 | 5.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 130 | 287 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+34.0 | D+50.3 |
D+
69.8 Score
Hillsboro, OR
Mid-size Oregon city with community character
Median Home
$518,047
Population
107,730
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
44
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D-
62.1 Score
Millbrae, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$2,055,633
Population
22,087
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
55
Pacific
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