Tigard, OR vs Walnut, 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.
Tigard
68.1
#1351 nationally
Walnut
63.3
#1785 nationally
Walnut leads in crime level (3.5 vs 8.7). Tigard leads in average commute (23.5 min vs 35.1 min). Tigard leads in cost of living index (135 vs 197).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Tigard, OR | Walnut, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.1 (#1351) | 63.3 (#1785) |
| Population | 55,590 | 27,104 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $607,011 | $1,188,533 |
| Median Household Income | $101,354 | $130,444 |
| Average Commute | 23.5 min | 35.1 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 8.7 | 3.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 135 | 197 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+34.0 | D+32.9 |
D+
68.1 Score
Tigard, OR
Oregon community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$607,011
Population
55,590
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
43
Pacific
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D
63.3 Score
Walnut, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,188,533
Population
27,104
Crime
Low
Walk Score
32
Pacific
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