Compare: Santa clara, CA and Hillsboro, OR

Santa clara CA

160.3

Cost of Living

above US average

126,930

Population

39.23

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$165,352

Median Income

above US average

$1,575,000

Median House Price

above US average

$3200

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.9%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Hillsboro OR

110.2

Cost of Living

above US average

107,299

Population

28.38

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$98,891

Median Income

above US average

$534,500

Median House Price

above US average

$1800

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.6%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Santa clara

Lots of parks
Moderate climate
Family-friendly activities
Near Silicon Valley
Good schools
Strong tech job market
Public transportation access
Rich cultural events
Vibrant nightlife
Diverse community

Cons of Santa clara

High cost of living
Less outdoor space
Limited affordable housing
Traffic congestion
Some crime issues
Housing shortages
Not much local history
Gentrification concerns
Can be politically polarized
Long commute times

Pros of Hillsboro

Thriving tech jobs
Great outdoor activities
Strong local economy
Diverse population
Good schools in area
Access to nature trails
Low crime rate
Rich cultural events
Family-friendly parks
Friendly community vibe

Cons of Hillsboro

Some schools underperforming
High cost of living
Less vibrant nightlife
Increasing homelessness
Political tensions present
Higher property taxes
Housing shortages
Occasional rain and gloom
Limited public transit
Traffic congestion issues