Track-town green; Oregon taxes. Median home price runs about $464K with an effective property tax near 0.93% — roughly $4,315/yr on the median home.
Scorecard
Dimension
Eugene
Median home price
$464K
Effective property tax
0.93%
Tax friendliness
4/10
Winter mildness
5/10
Summer comfort
9/10
Walkability
6/10
Outdoor access
8/10
Culture & food
6/10
Healthcare
8/10
Airport connectivity
6/10
Schools
6/10
Safety
6/10
Hazard safety (10 = lowest risk)
5/10
Growth trajectory
4/10
Who it fits: outdoor-first households, people who want life on foot, anyone prioritizing healthcare, buyers with room in the budget. Who should look elsewhere: