Eugene, OR vs Springfield, OR

Springfield is moderately more affordable than Eugene, with a 13.7% lower cost of living index. Eugene scores 113 compared to 99 for Springfield, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Eugene can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Eugene is $1,347/month compared to $1,201/month in Springfield — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Springfield is more affordable at $323,800 median vs $435,400.

Median household income in Eugene is $63,836 compared to $67,211 in Springfield (-5%). Springfield offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Eugene spend roughly 25.3% of their income on rent, more than the 21.4% in Springfield.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (53.1°F vs 53.1°F). Springfield receives more rainfall at 40.8" per year compared to 40.8" in Eugene.