Performance
Score Breakdown
Rajahmundry
Grants Pass
Livability
Affordability
Business
Growth
Expenses
Cost of Living
Rajahmundry is the more affordable option overall — monthly living expenses run approximately
84% lower compared to Grants Pass.
Housing costs are a major driver: Rajahmundry's average rent is
93% lower than Grants Pass's.
| Metric | Rajahmundry | Grants Pass | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $105 | $1,450 | -93% |
| Groceries | $85 | $450 | -81% |
| Utilities | $37 | $400 | -91% |
| Transport | $6 | $120 | -95% |
| Healthcare | $175 | $150 | +17% |
| Monthly Total | $408 | $2,570 | -84% |
| Cost Index | 35 | 112 | out of 100 |
Income
Salary & Income
Grants Pass offers 70% 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 Rajahmundry is estimated at
$25,000 vs $58,000 in Grants Pass.
| Metric | Rajahmundry | Grants Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Average Salary | $19,400 | $64,331 |
| Salary Needed | $25,000 | $58,000 |
| Purchasing Power | 55,429 idx | 57,438 idx |
Weather
Climate Comparison
Rajahmundry runs warmer on average — a 82.7°F difference year-round.
For sunshine, Rajahmundry comes out ahead with 224 more sunny days per year,
which can meaningfully impact mood and outdoor lifestyle.
Winter severity differs too — Rajahmundry sees 0 more inches of snowfall annually.
| Metric | Rajahmundry | Grants Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Temp | 82.70°F | °F |
| Summer High | 90.20°F | °F |
| Winter Low | 68.10°F | °F |
| Rainfall | 58.00 in | in |
| Snowfall | 0.00 in | in |
| Sunny Days | 224 | |
| Humidity | 75.00% | 74.00% |
Mobility
Commute & Transport
Grants Pass has the shorter commute — saving residents roughly
5,000 minutes (83 hours) per year compared to Rajahmundry.
Grants Pass scores higher for public transit, making it the better choice for car-free living.
For walkability, Rajahmundry leads — a better score here means more amenities reachable on foot.
| Metric | Rajahmundry | Grants Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Commute Time | 28 min | 18 min |
| Transit Score | 0.0/10 | 27.0/10 |
| Walkability | 60.0/10 | 40.0/10 |
| Traffic Index | ||
| Car Dependency | Medium | High |
Population
Economy & Demographics
Rajahmundry is the larger city
— approximately 12.8x the population of Grants Pass.
From a growth perspective, Rajahmundry is expanding faster, signaling stronger demand for housing, jobs, and services.
On the employment side, Rajahmundry has a lower unemployment rate, reflecting a tighter and more competitive job market.
| Metric | Rajahmundry | Grants Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 512,000 | 40,051 |
| Pop. Growth | 1.43% | 0.90% |
| Median Age | 40.8 | |
| Unemployment | 4.22% | 5.60% |
| GDP | $0.0B | $0.0B |
At a Glance
Pros & Cons
Rajahmundry
Advantages
Highly affordable cost of living, significantly below national and global averages.
Strong cultural heritage and historical significance, often called the 'Cultural Capital of Andhra Pradesh'.
Good walkability in certain neighborhoods, with scores up to 87 in areas like Vadrevu vari street.
Developing economy with diverse industries including agriculture, textiles, paper, and a growing service sector.
Pleasant climate with an average annual temperature of 82.7°F and 224 sunny days per year [cite: Open-Meteo].
Drawbacks
Lack of specific, up-to-date data for key metrics like median household income, median age, and unemployment rate at the city level [cite: various searches].
No readily available transit score or traffic index for the city [cite: various searches].
Conflicting information regarding crime rates, with some sources indicating high rates while others describe it as safe.
Limited availability of specific healthcare cost data for services like doctor visits or assisted living facilities in Rajahmundry [cite: various searches].
Job growth rate and new business growth rate data are not specifically available for the city [cite: various searches].
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.
Rajahmundry
#1Andhra Pradesh, India
72.0 / 100 overall
Avg Rent
$105
Avg Salary
$19,400
Cost Index
35
Commute
28 min
Transit Score
0.0/10
Walkability
60.0/10
Sunny Days
224/yr
Avg Temp
82.70°F
Pop. Growth
1.43%
Unemployment
4.22%
Livability
74
Business
68
Grants Pass
#91Oregon, 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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