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Is Springfield a Good Place to Live? Springfield, Oregon: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Springfield ranks #964 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #405 of 524 smaller cities and #18 of 20 in Oregon. Against similar-size cities it stands out for short commutes (19.4 min, #82 of 524), and trails on low graduation rates (72%, #418 of 437) and high unemployment (5.2%, #385 of 476).
Springfield by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Springfield's rank among the tracked cities and the US figure (or the similar-size median where there is no national figure).
What is the cost of living in Springfield?
Springfield's cost of living index is 101.6, 2% above the US level of 100 and #767 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,258/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $416,581, 16% below the typical Oregon home ($496,113).
| Measure | Springfield | OregonOR | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living indexBEA Regional Price Parities, metro area · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size 102.4 · US 100 | 101.6#767 of 1,308 | 103.4 | 102.4 | 100 |
| Typical home valueZillow Home Value Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $431,438 · US $368,697 | $416,581#661 of 1,187 | $496,113 | $431,438 | $368,697 |
| Typical asking rentZillow Observed Rent Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,884/mo · US $1,948/mo | $1,687/mo#486 of 1,115 | — | $1,884/mo | $1,948/mo |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $401,950 | $358,700#680 of 1,309 | — | $401,950 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,633/mo | $1,258/mo#492 of 1,309 | — | $1,633/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.5x | 5.2x#881 of 1,309 | — | 4.5x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 22.2% | 22%#680 of 1,309 | — | 22.2% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Oregon is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. Zillow figures track homes and rentals on the market now; Census figures are survey medians of all homes and leases, so the two differ.
Springfield housing market · August
Typical home value is a monthly index of homes in the middle third of the market; the Census figures above are survey medians and will differ. Source in the data sources list below. Springfield is in the Eugene-Springfield, OR metro.
Oregon housing market →Is Springfield safe?
Springfield recorded 285 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 13% below the US rate of 328 and 8% below Oregon's 311. That ranks #533 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #238 of 444 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Springfield Police Department. Property crime runs 2,216 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
| Measure | Springfield | OregonOR | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 264 · US 328 | 285#533 of 1,085 | 311 | 264 | 328 |
| Property crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 1,550 · US 1,548 | 2,216#767 of 1,085 | 2,118 | 1,550 | 1,548 |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Oregon is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. City rates come from each police agency's report to the FBI and are not strictly comparable across agencies.
What do people earn in Springfield?
The median household in Springfield earns $68,761, 17% below the US figure of $83,163 and 19% below Oregon ($85,220). Unemployment is 5.2% (US 4.3%). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 0.4% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
| Measure | Springfield | OregonOR | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $83,646 · US $83,163 | $68,761#842 of 1,312 | $85,220 | $83,646 | $83,163 |
| Unemployment rateBLS LAUS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.2% · US 4.3% | 5.2%#878 of 1,058 | 5.2% | 4.2% | 4.3% |
| Poverty rateCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.8% | 14.9%#858 of 1,312 | — | 10.8% | — |
| Population growth, one yearCensus population estimates · rank 1 = fastestSimilar-size +0.2% · US +0.5% | +0.4%#435 of 1,132 | +0.2% | +0.2% | +0.5% |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Oregon is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure.
Who lives in Springfield?
The median resident of Springfield is 37.4 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 22.4% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #1082 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 55% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Springfield | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 37.7 | 37.4 | 37.7 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 35.1% | 22.4%#1082 of 1,312 | 35.1% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 61.7% | 55% | 61.7% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure.
How are Springfield's schools and health?
Springfield's 19 public schools graduate 72% of students in four years (Oregon 81.3%), with 18.1 students per teacher and $15,354 spent per pupil. 37% of adults are obese and 11% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 31.9% and 11%.
| Measure | Springfield | OregonOR | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High school graduation rateDepartment of Education EDFacts · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 89% | 72%#1013 of 1,063 | 81.3% | 89% | — |
| Students per teacherNCES Common Core of Data · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 16.4 | 18.1#848 of 1,188 | — | 16.4 | — |
| Spending per pupilNCES school finance survey · rank 1 = mostSimilar-size $15,354 | $15,354#539 of 1,188 | — | $15,354 | — |
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 31.9% | 37%#947 of 1,311 | — | 31.9% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11% | 11%#624 of 1,311 | — | 11% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 16.7% | 20.8%#1239 of 1,311 | — | 16.7% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.1% | 10.1%#669 of 1,311 | — | 10.1% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Oregon is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. 8,746 students are enrolled in Springfield's public schools.
What are the commute and weather like in Springfield?
The average commute in Springfield is 19.4 minutes (Oregon 23.2); 1.9% of workers take transit and 9.8% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Springfield scores 13.2 of 20 (above average walkable), #298 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 65.5°F and winters 41.8°F, with 40.8 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Springfield | OregonOR | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 25.1 min | 19.4 min#297 of 1,312 | 23.2 min | 25.1 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 6.5% | 4.4%#469 of 1,312 | 5.9% | 6.5% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 70.8% | 71.1% | 65.2% | 70.8% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.1% | 1.9% | 2.4% | 1.1% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.4% | 3% | 3.4% | 1.4% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.2% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.2% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 13.7% | 9.8% | 17.1% | 13.7% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 11.1 | 13.2#298 of 1,312 | — | 11.1 | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Oregon is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. The walkability index is the EPA's, averaged over the city's neighborhoods by population.
| Month | Average high (°F) | Average low (°F) | Precipitation (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 48.1 | 34.7 | 6.1 |
| Feb | 51.5 | 35 | 4.7 |
| Mar | 56.6 | 37.2 | 4.6 |
| Apr | 61.3 | 40 | 3.3 |
| May | 68.1 | 44 | 2.5 |
| Jun | 74.2 | 47.6 | 1.2 |
| Jul | 84 | 51.7 | 0.3 |
| Aug | 84.3 | 51.5 | 0.4 |
| Sep | 78 | 47.8 | 1.4 |
| Oct | 64.9 | 41.8 | 3.2 |
| Nov | 53.2 | 37.7 | 6 |
| Dec | 46.8 | 34.3 | 7.2 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Eugene-Mahlon Sweet Fld.
| Measure | Springfield | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 58.1°F | 53.1°F | 58.1°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 74.2°F | 65.5°F | 74.2°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 40.8°F | 41.8°F | 40.8°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 38.3 in | 40.8 in | 38.3 in | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Eugene-Mahlon Sweet Fld.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Springfield?
Lane County's air had a median air quality index of 46, and 56% of measured days were rated good; 6 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from fine particles. Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Lane County's biggest natural hazard losses in earthquake and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.22% of building value, higher than 78% of US counties.
| Measure | Springfield | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median air quality index (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = cleanestSimilar-size 44 | 46#700 of 1,138 | 44 | — |
| Unhealthy air days a year (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 3 | 6#761 of 1,138 | 3 | — |
| Yearly hazard losses, share of building value (county)FEMA National Risk Index · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 0.15% | 0.22%#995 of 1,312 | 0.15% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. County figures for Lane County: the EPA measures air at monitors and FEMA estimates hazard losses by county, not by city.
Natural hazard losses, Lane County
| Hazard | Yearly loss | Higher than |
|---|---|---|
| Earthquake | 0.065% | 94% of counties |
| Inland flooding | 0.13% | 84% of counties |
FEMA National Risk Index: expected yearly building losses from each hazard as a share of the county's building value, compared with every US county exposed to that hazard. Loss rates, unlike FEMA's risk ratings, do not rise just because a county has more property.
How does Springfield compare with similar-size cities?
Springfield is one of 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track and ranks #405 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 61,499.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield, ORPop. 61,499 | #964 | 50.7 | $68,761 | $1,258/mo | 285 | 19.4 min |
| Parker, COPop. 61,783 | #246 | 63.3 | $133,369 | $2,096/mo | 192 | 26.1 min |
| Dearborn Heights, MIPop. 61,771 | #955 | 50.8 | $60,391 | $1,331/mo | 387 | 23.9 min |
| Chapel Hill, NCPop. 61,607 | #177 | 65.1 | $85,989 | $1,613/mo | 86 | 19.5 min |
| Palm Harbor, FLPop. 61,512 | #843 | 52.6 | $78,935 | $1,806/mo | no data | 26.7 min |
| Encinitas, CAPop. 61,480 | #178 | 65.1 | $162,229 | $2,886/mo | 108 | 24.7 min |
| Bristol, CTPop. 61,462 | #272 | 62.7 | $79,076 | $1,338/mo | 53 | 23.7 min |
| Shoreline, WAPop. 61,431 | #182 | 64.9 | $112,751 | $1,985/mo | 138 | 27.2 min |
| Vineland, NJPop. 61,006 | #965 | 50.7 | $67,860 | $1,233/mo | 408 | 23.7 min |
Rank is overall rank of 1,312. Income is median household income; rent is Census median rent; violent crime is per 100,000 residents as reported to the FBI ("no data" and "incomplete" are explained on each city's page).
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Oregon?
Springfield ranks #18 of the 20 Oregon cities we track, with a score of 50.7 against Oregon's statewide 50.9. Its households earn 19% below the Oregon median. Violent crime is 8% below the statewide rate. Homes are 16% below the typical Oregon home.
| City | Rank in OR | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethany, ORPop. 33,106 | #1 | 75.7 | $167,735 | $2,245/mo | no data |
| Lake Oswego, ORPop. 40,381 | #2 | 68.7 | $141,549 | $2,139/mo | 55 |
| Bend, ORPop. 103,390 | #3 | 62.2 | $96,394 | $1,883/mo | 193 |
| Hillsboro, ORPop. 108,231 | #4 | 60.9 | $106,409 | $1,978/mo | 288 |
| Tigard, ORPop. 56,011 | #5 | 60.9 | $108,823 | $1,782/mo | 256 |
| Beaverton, ORPop. 97,812 | #6 | 60.0 | $98,622 | $1,826/mo | 253 |
| Aloha, ORPop. 52,389 | #7 | 58.8 | $101,934 | $1,896/mo | no data |
| Redmond, ORPop. 36,092 | #8 | 58.7 | $84,164 | $1,628/mo | 204 |
| Oregon City, ORPop. 37,755 | #9 | 57.8 | $97,829 | $1,708/mo | 265 |
| Corvallis, ORPop. 59,960 | #10 | 56.7 | $65,012 | $1,391/mo | 173 |
| Portland, ORPop. 641,165 | #11 | 54.3 | $90,919 | $1,655/mo | 702 |
| McMinnville, ORPop. 34,596 | #12 | 54.2 | $73,736 | $1,380/mo | 163 |
| Keizer, ORPop. 39,082 | #13 | 54.1 | $84,813 | $1,424/mo | 217 |
| Albany, ORPop. 56,839 | #14 | 52.2 | $78,114 | $1,372/mo | 164 |
| Gresham, ORPop. 112,378 | #15 | 52.0 | $77,795 | $1,586/mo | 362 |
| Eugene, ORPop. 179,591 | #16 | 51.9 | $66,562 | $1,402/mo | 347 |
| Salem, ORPop. 178,865 | #17 | 51.9 | $75,487 | $1,400/mo | 424 |
| Springfield, ORPop. 61,499 | #18 | 50.7 | $68,761 | $1,258/mo | 285 |
| Medford, ORPop. 86,315 | #19 | 49.7 | $73,230 | $1,376/mo | 406 |
| Grants Pass, ORPop. 39,311 | #20 | 47.5 | $59,646 | $1,217/mo | 369 |
All 20 Oregon cities we track, by overall score. Oregon statewide: median income $85,220, violent crime 311.2 per 100,000.
How is Springfield's score calculated?
Springfield scores 50.7 out of 100, #964 of 1,312 (grade C, which follows rank). It is scored on the 10 of 11 categories with local data; outdoor access is left out rather than filled with Oregon's statewide figure, and the other weights are scaled up to fill the gap. Each score is compared with the median of similar-size cities, which are scored the same way.
- EconomyCity data · 16% of score
Median household income and unemployment in Springfield. Similar-size median 55.5.
42.9 - SafetyCity data · 13% of score
Violent and property crime per 100,000 residents, as reported to the FBI by Springfield's police agency. Similar-size median 77.8.
72.7 - HealthCity data · 13% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Springfield. Similar-size median 58.9.
43.7 - EducationCity data · 13% of score
Graduation rate, students per teacher and spending per pupil in Springfield's public schools. Similar-size median 55.2.
39.1 - AffordabilityCity data · 11% of score
Springfield's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 59.3.
66.4 - Household financesCity data · 9% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Springfield. Similar-size median 56.1.
42.6 - GrowthCity data · 7% of score
Population growth and unemployment in Springfield. Similar-size median 42.4.
40.9 - TransportationCity data · 7% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Springfield. Similar-size median 50.0.
53.7 - WalkabilityCity data · 7% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Springfield's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 53.2.
64.2 - EnvironmentCounty data · 4% of score
Air quality and natural hazard losses in the county. Similar-size median 50.8.
35.1 - Outdoor accessNot scored
No city-level park or public land measure exists, so outdoor access is not scored for cities.
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Bar: Springfield's category score out of 100. Tick: median of the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track. Shares of score are the category weights rescaled over the categories Springfield has data for. City scores use city formulas and are not on the same scale as state scores. Grades follow rank among the 1,312 cities. Methodology
Frequently asked questions about living in Springfield
Is Springfield, OR a good place to live?
Springfield ranks #964 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #405 of 524 smaller cities and #18 of 20 in Oregon. Against similar-size cities it stands out for short commutes (19.4 min, #82 of 524), and trails on low graduation rates (72%, #418 of 437) and high unemployment (5.2%, #385 of 476).
What is the cost of living in Springfield?
Springfield's cost of living index is 101.6, 2% above the US level of 100 and #767 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,258/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $416,581, 16% below the typical Oregon home ($496,113).
What is the crime rate in Springfield?
Springfield recorded 285 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 13% below the US rate of 328 and 8% below Oregon's 311. That ranks #533 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #238 of 444 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Springfield Police Department. Property crime runs 2,216 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
What is the median household income in Springfield?
The median household in Springfield earns $68,761, 17% below the US figure of $83,163 and 19% below Oregon ($85,220). Unemployment is 5.2% (US 4.3%). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 0.4% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
How much is rent in Springfield?
Median rent in Springfield is $1,258/mo (Census), #492 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). The typical asking rent for a unit on the market now is $1,687/mo, against $1,948/mo nationally. Median rent takes 22% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Springfield?
The typical home value in Springfield is $416,581, up 1% in a year, against $496,113 for Oregon and $368,697 nationally. The Census median value of owner-occupied homes is $358,700.
How are the public schools in Springfield?
Springfield's 19 public schools graduate 72% of students in four years (Oregon 81.3%), with 18.1 students per teacher and $15,354 spent per pupil.
How long is the commute in Springfield?
The average commute is 19.4 minutes, #297 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 23.2 minutes across Oregon. 4.4% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Springfield?
Springfield averages 53.1°F over the year, 65.5°F in summer and 41.8°F in winter, with 40.8 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Springfield walkable?
Springfield scores 13.2 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (above average walkable), #298 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). The index weighs street intersection density, distance to transit and the mix of homes and jobs in each neighborhood.
What natural disasters is Springfield at risk for?
Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Lane County's biggest natural hazard losses in earthquake and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.22% of building value, higher than 78% of US counties.
How is the air quality in Springfield?
Lane County's air had a median air quality index of 46, and 56% of measured days were rated good; 6 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from fine particles.
Who lives in Springfield?
Springfield has 61,499 residents. The median resident of Springfield is 37.4 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 22.4% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #1082 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 55% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Oregon?
Springfield ranks #18 of the 20 Oregon cities we track, with a score of 50.7 against Oregon's statewide 50.9. Its households earn 19% below the Oregon median. Violent crime is 8% below the statewide rate. Homes are 16% below the typical Oregon home.
What cities are similar in size to Springfield?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Springfield's population of 61,499 are Parker, CO (#246 overall), Dearborn Heights, MI (#955 overall), Chapel Hill, NC (#177 overall), Palm Harbor, FL (#843 overall), and Encinitas, CA (#178 overall). Springfield is #964.