Performance
Score Breakdown
Caucaia
Grants Pass
Livability
Affordability
Business
Growth
Expenses
Cost of Living
Caucaia is the more affordable option overall — monthly living expenses run approximately
85% lower compared to Grants Pass.
Housing costs are a major driver: Caucaia's average rent is
89% lower than Grants Pass's.
| Metric | Caucaia | Grants Pass | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $153 | $1,450 | -89% |
| Groceries | $134 | $450 | -70% |
| Utilities | $48 | $400 | -88% |
| Transport | $0 | $120 | -100% |
| Healthcare | $48 | $150 | -68% |
| Monthly Total | $383 | $2,570 | -85% |
| Cost Index | 28 | 112 | out of 100 |
Income
Salary & Income
Grants Pass offers 90% lower average salaries.
However, when adjusted for local cost of living, Grants Pass delivers stronger purchasing power —
meaning your dollar stretches further day-to-day.
The minimum comfortable salary in Caucaia is estimated at
$5,379 vs $58,000 in Grants Pass.
| Metric | Caucaia | Grants Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Average Salary | $6,381 | $64,331 |
| Salary Needed | $5,379 | $58,000 |
| Purchasing Power | 22,789 idx | 57,438 idx |
Weather
Climate Comparison
Both cities share a similar average temperature, within 0°F of each other.
| Metric | Caucaia | Grants Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Temp | °F | °F |
| Summer High | °F | °F |
| Winter Low | °F | °F |
| Rainfall | in | in |
| Snowfall | in | in |
| Sunny Days | ||
| Humidity | 70.00% | 74.00% |
Mobility
Commute & Transport
Grants Pass has the shorter commute — saving residents roughly
3,500 minutes (58 hours) per year compared to Caucaia.
Caucaia scores higher for public transit, making it the better choice for car-free living.
For walkability, Caucaia leads — a better score here means more amenities reachable on foot.
| Metric | Caucaia | Grants Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Commute Time | 25 min | 18 min |
| Transit Score | 90.0/10 | 27.0/10 |
| Walkability | 55.0/10 | 40.0/10 |
| Traffic Index | 35.00 | |
| Car Dependency | Low | High |
Population
Economy & Demographics
Caucaia is the larger city
— approximately 9.4x the population of Grants Pass.
From a growth perspective, Grants Pass is expanding faster, signaling stronger demand for housing, jobs, and services.
On the employment side, Grants Pass has a lower unemployment rate, reflecting a tighter and more competitive job market.
| Metric | Caucaia | Grants Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 378,406 | 40,051 |
| Pop. Growth | 0.72% | 0.90% |
| Median Age | 30.0 | 40.8 |
| Unemployment | 6.50% | 5.60% |
| GDP | $1.9B | $0.0B |
At a Glance
Pros & Cons
Caucaia
Advantages
Free public transportation significantly reduces living costs and enhances mobility.
Strong economic growth driven by industries around the Port of Pecém.
Beautiful coastline and natural attractions offer ample outdoor and leisure activities.
Positive job creation trends, with Caucaia ranking high in formal job generation in Ceará.
Relatively affordable housing costs compared to national and international averages.
Drawbacks
High rates of violent crime, particularly homicides, impacting public safety.
Average salaries are low, potentially limiting purchasing power despite low costs.
Limited direct data available for certain specific cost of living metrics and quality of life indicators.
Healthcare system, while expanding, has faced challenges such as payment delays to medical staff.
Walkability scores are not explicitly high, suggesting reliance on public transport or driving for some areas.
Grants Pass
Advantages
Access to world-class outdoor recreation on the Rogue River, including rafting and fishing.
More sunny days and a warmer, drier climate compared to much of western Oregon.
Housing is comparatively more affordable than larger West Coast cities and some other Oregon metros.
A growing arts and food scene in a walkable, historic downtown.
Friendly community atmosphere appealing to families and retirees.
Drawbacks
Overall crime rate is significantly higher than the national average, particularly due to property crime.
Limited high-wage job opportunities compared to larger economic centers.
Air quality can be impacted by wildfire smoke during certain seasons.
Presence of a significant homeless population in the downtown core.
High car dependency due to minimal public transportation options.
Explore
Dive Deeper
Key figures side by side — see which city wins each category at a glance.
Caucaia
#6Ceará, Brazil
65.0 / 100 overall
Avg Rent
$153
Avg Salary
$6,381
Cost Index
28
Commute
25 min
Transit Score
90.0/10
Walkability
55.0/10
Sunny Days
/yr
Avg Temp
°F
Pop. Growth
0.72%
Unemployment
6.50%
Livability
70
Business
75
Grants Pass
#68Oregon, USA
68.0 / 100 overall
Avg Rent
$1,450
Avg Salary
$64,331
Cost Index
112
Commute
18 min
Transit Score
27.0/10
Walkability
40.0/10
Sunny Days
/yr
Avg Temp
°F
Pop. Growth
0.90%
Unemployment
5.60%
Livability
70
Business
60
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