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McMinnville, OR vs Portland, OR
McMinnville, OR vs Portland, OR: What the data shows
McMinnville, OR is in McMinnville, OR while Portland, OR is in Portland, OR — both in the same state. On home prices, McMinnville, OR is the more affordable option at $387,200 median — $148,600 less than Portland, OR's $535,800. WYLT rates McMinnville, OR as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Portland, OR as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. McMinnville, OR has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Portland, OR has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, McMinnville, OR has Low flood risk and Portland, OR has Low flood risk.
Portland, OR is the more walkable neighborhood. McMinnville, OR scores 25/100 (mostly car-dependent) versus Portland, OR's 30/100 (mostly car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Portland, OR has the higher school rating — McMinnville, OR rates 8.3/10 and Portland, OR rates 8.6/10.
| Category | McMinnville, OR | Portland, OR |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Good for now |
| Median Price | $387K ✓ Lower price | $536K |
| Median Rent | $1K ✓ Lower rent | $2K |
| Median Income | $67K | $102K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 25/100 | 30/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | 28/100 | 35/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | 25/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | 70 min | 11 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 8.3/10 | 8.6/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | Families with childrenRetirees seeking quietRemote workers needing a calm environment | Families with school‑age kidsCommuters to downtown PortlandHigh‑earning professionals |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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