| | Aurora, OR | St. Helens, OR | United States |
| Overall | 104.0 | 114.4 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 104.5 | 100.1 | 100 |
| Health | 92.8 | 93.4 | 100 |
| Housing | 189.4 | 125.2 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $668,300 | $411,400 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 8,170.0% | 7,450.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 112.3 | 137.0 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 103.5 | 102.1 | 100 |
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Reviews for Aurora 
2 Reviews
Hey my name is John I'm 33 years old and currently reside in Portland. I am looking to move out of the city. Is there any good apartments for rent in your area? I am in More
Please take a moment to read of my situation. It began with a ticket for speeding in Aurora, Oregon. The over zealous police officer cited me for a speed greater than More
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Reviews for St. Helens 3 Reviews
Poor community with a lo of riff-raff and shady More
I HAVE BEEN HERE FOR 2 YEARS NOW,COMING HERE FROM THE MID-WEST,AND I AM HERE TO STAY FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE AND EVEN INTO THE HEREAFTER. THE BEAUTY OF THE PACIFIC More
As a transplant from California, I was suprised at first with the moderate weather as I had been told how wet and dreary the Portland area was in comparison. Yes it More
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