Performance
Score Breakdown
Langley
Grants Pass
Livability
Affordability
Business
Growth
Expenses
Cost of Living
Langley is the more affordable option overall — monthly living expenses run approximately
18% lower compared to Grants Pass.
Housing costs are a major driver: Langley's average rent is
13% lower than Grants Pass's.
| Metric | Langley | Grants Pass | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,260 | $1,450 | -13% |
| Groceries | $415 | $450 | -8% |
| Utilities | $194 | $400 | -52% |
| Transport | $242 | $120 | +102% |
| Healthcare | $0 | $150 | -100% |
| Monthly Total | $2,111 | $2,570 | -18% |
| Cost Index | 95 | 112 | out of 100 |
Income
Salary & Income
Grants Pass offers 46% 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 Langley is estimated at
$32,424 vs $58,000 in Grants Pass.
| Metric | Langley | Grants Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Average Salary | $35,056 | $64,331 |
| Salary Needed | $32,424 | $58,000 |
| Purchasing Power | 36,901 idx | 57,438 idx |
| Household Income | $64,150 | $59,646 |
Weather
Climate Comparison
Both cities share a similar average temperature, within 0°F of each other.
| Metric | Langley | 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
6,000 minutes (100 hours) per year compared to Langley.
Langley scores higher for public transit, making it the better choice for car-free living.
For walkability, Langley leads — a better score here means more amenities reachable on foot.
| Metric | Langley | Grants Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Commute Time | 30 min | 18 min |
| Transit Score | 41.0/10 | 27.0/10 |
| Walkability | 44.0/10 | 40.0/10 |
| Traffic Index | ||
| Car Dependency | Medium | High |
Population
Economy & Demographics
Langley is the larger city
— approximately 4.9x the population of Grants Pass.
From a growth perspective, Langley is expanding faster, signaling stronger demand for housing, jobs, and services.
On the employment side, Langley has a lower unemployment rate, reflecting a tighter and more competitive job market.
| Metric | Langley | Grants Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 197,585 | 40,051 |
| Pop. Growth | 2.40% | 0.90% |
| Median Age | 41.5 | 40.8 |
| Unemployment | 3.80% | 5.60% |
| GDP | $0.0B | $0.0B |
At a Glance
Pros & Cons
Langley
Advantages
Langley offers more practical living space and functional layouts compared to Vancouver at similar budgets.
The city provides strong family-oriented infrastructure, including integrated schools, recreation centers, parks, and daily shopping nodes.
Langley boasts a diverse housing market with detached homes, townhomes, condos, and acreages, supporting strong resale demand.
The community has been recognized as one of Canada's fastest-growing, indicating strong long-term growth potential.
The unemployment rate in Langley is significantly lower than the national average, indicating a healthy job market.
Drawbacks
Commute times can be a significant trade-off, especially for those working outside Langley, due to corridor-based congestion.
Langley's crime rates are higher than the British Columbia average.
While some areas are highly walkable, many neighborhoods in Langley Township are car-dependent.
The rapid growth leads to evolving neighborhood character, which may not appeal to everyone.
Specific pockets within Langley City may be less desirable and should be researched carefully.
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.
Langley
#3British Columbia, Canada
80.0 / 100 overall
Avg Rent
$1,260
Avg Salary
$35,056
Cost Index
95
Commute
30 min
Transit Score
41.0/10
Walkability
44.0/10
Sunny Days
/yr
Avg Temp
°F
Pop. Growth
2.40%
Unemployment
3.80%
Livability
80
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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