Eugene

Eugene, Oregon Overview

Eugene scores 52.3/100 overall (C+), ranking #14 of 20 cities in Oregon — below the state composite of 58.1. Transportation is the city’s relative strength at 68/100, while Fiscal Health lags at 35/100.

Income & Employment in Eugene

Eugene’s median income of $65,663 is 15% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.1% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 3.9%.

Safety in Eugene

Eugene’s violent crime rate of 353.6 per 100,000 runs above the Oregon average of 292. The property crime rate is 3292 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Eugene

Eugene has a cost of living index of 103.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $435,400. Median monthly rent is $1,347. Renters spend 24.6% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 6.6x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Eugene

The adult obesity rate in Eugene is 34% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.4%. Residents report an average of 19.9 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Oregon ranks #19 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Eugene

Eugene has a high school graduation rate of 81.2%. The student-teacher ratio is 19:1. Local districts invest $16,225 per student, well above the national median. The city has 48 public schools serving 21,786 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Eugene

Eugene enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 58.8°F. Summers average 76.3°F. Winters average 43°F. The area is arid, receiving only 14.4 inches of precipitation annually. The average commute of 16 minutes is notably short.

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