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Grants Pass, OR vs Hillsboro, OR
Grants Pass, OR vs Hillsboro, OR: What the data shows
Grants Pass, OR is in Grants Pass, OR while Hillsboro, OR is in Hillsboro, OR — both in the same state. On home prices, Grants Pass, OR is the more affordable option at $349,400 median — $108,300 less than Hillsboro, OR's $457,700. WYLT rates Grants Pass, OR as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Hillsboro, OR as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Grants Pass, OR has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Hillsboro, OR has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Grants Pass, OR has Low flood risk and Hillsboro, OR has Low flood risk.
Hillsboro, OR is the more walkable neighborhood. Grants Pass, OR scores N/A/100 versus Hillsboro, OR's 7/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Hillsboro, OR has the higher school rating — Grants Pass, OR rates 7.9/10 and Hillsboro, OR rates 8.6/10.
| Category | Grants Pass, OR | Hillsboro, OR |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Good for now |
| Median Price | $349K ✓ Lower price | $458K |
| Median Rent | $1K ✓ Lower rent | $2K |
| Median Income | $55K | $101K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | Car-dependent | 7/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | 1/100 | 2/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | 1/100 | 18/100 ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | N/A | 30 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7.9/10 | 8.6/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | Families seeking good schoolsRetirees who prefer a quieter settingRemote workers who need reliable broadband | Families with childrenProfessionals who commute to PortlandDog owners looking for parks |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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