Springfield, OR vs Whittier, 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.
Springfield
69.9
#1161 nationally
Whittier
61.9
#1886 nationally
Springfield leads in average commute (20.1 min vs 33 min). Springfield leads in crime level (8.4 vs 13.4). Springfield leads in cost of living index (109 vs 165).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Springfield, OR | Whittier, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 69.9 (#1161) | 61.9 (#1886) |
| Population | 61,085 | 84,143 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $421,652 | $826,386 |
| Median Household Income | $60,982 | $89,686 |
| Average Commute | 20.1 min | 33 min |
| Walk Score | 46 | 64 |
| Crime Level | 8.4 | 13.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 109 | 165 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+23.1 | D+32.9 |
D+
69.9 Score
Springfield, OR
Oregon community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$421,652
Population
61,085
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
46
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D-
61.9 Score
Whittier, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$826,386
Population
84,143
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
64
Pacific
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