Best for affordability: Altamonte Springs, Florida
Altamonte Springs, Florida looks like the easiest place here to live with less financial drag. It comes out ahead on rent and home price.
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Biggest tradeoff: Altamonte Springs, Florida
Altamonte Springs, Florida is the sharpest split in this comparison: strong on climate comfort, weaker on daily convenience.
Potential dealbreaker: Portland, Oregon
Portland, Oregon needs a closer look before you get too attached, especially on tax burden.
Comparison Matrix
| City | ||
|---|---|---|
| Route | ||
| General Info | ||
| Population | 45,772 | 646,101 |
| Population Density | N/A | 4.8k /sq mi |
| Elevation | 85 ft(26 m) | 39 ft(12 m) |
| Housing & Wealth | ||
| Median Home | $286,466 | $516,539 |
| Median Rent | $1,575 | $1,722 |
| Median Income | $61,714 | $71,498 |
| Rent Burden | 31% | 29% |
| Climate & Risks | ||
| Sunny Days | 332 days/yr | 262 days/yr |
| Avg. High | 81°F | 63°F |
| Comfort Score | 79/100Great | 73/100Great |
| Temp Swing | 19°F | 39°F |
| Annual Rainfall | 69"(175 cm) | 56"(142 cm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0"(0 cm) | 7"(18 cm) |
| Air Quality | AQI 40 (Avg)12 days > 100 | AQI 32 (Avg)1 days > 100 |
| Infrastructure & Lifestyle | ||
| Walk Score | 52 | 65 |
| Transit Score | 31 | 93 |
| Safety Score | 68 / 100 | 42 / 100 |
| School Rating | 6/10 | 5.9/10 |
| Flood Risk (FEMA) | N/A | moderateModerate Risk |
| Fire Risk (FEMA) | N/A | minimalMinimal |
| Internet Access | Fiber: 32%Cable: 95% | Fiber: 29%Cable: 59% |
| Demographics | ||
| Median Age | 36 years | 38.3 years |
| College Educated | 38% | 53% |
| Remote Workers | 12% | 22% |
| Nature Access | ||
| Local Nature & Reserves | Finding... | Finding... |
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