City vs city
Salem, OR vs Springfield, OR
| Salem | Springfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 176,666 | 61,642 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Median home value | $382,400 | $323,800 |
| Median rent | $1,323 | $1,201 |
| Household income | $71,900 | $67,211 |
| Unemployment | 5.3% | 5.4% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 19% | 15% |
| State crime /100k | 2,503 | 2,503 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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