City vs city
Bend, OR vs Salem, OR
| Bend | Salem | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 101,472 | 176,666 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 2.0% | 0.5% |
| Median home value | $646,800 | $382,400 |
| Median rent | $1,767 | $1,323 |
| Household income | $88,792 | $71,900 |
| Unemployment | 3.7% | 5.3% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 32% | 19% |
| State crime /100k | 2,503 | 2,503 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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