Performance
Score Breakdown
Anda
Grants Pass
Livability
Affordability
Business
Growth
Expenses
Cost of Living
Anda is the more affordable option overall — monthly living expenses run approximately
70% lower compared to Grants Pass.
Housing costs are a major driver: Anda's average rent is
89% lower than Grants Pass's.
| Metric | Anda | Grants Pass | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $160 | $1,450 | -89% |
| Groceries | $380 | $450 | -16% |
| Utilities | $90 | $400 | -78% |
| Transport | $40 | $120 | -67% |
| Healthcare | $100 | $150 | -33% |
| Monthly Total | $770 | $2,570 | -70% |
| Cost Index | 35 | 112 | out of 100 |
Income
Salary & Income
Grants Pass offers 77% 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 Anda is estimated at
$12,000 vs $58,000 in Grants Pass.
| Metric | Anda | Grants Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Average Salary | $15,000 | $64,331 |
| Salary Needed | $12,000 | $58,000 |
| Purchasing Power | 42,857 idx | 57,438 idx |
| Household Income | $14,138 | $59,646 |
Weather
Climate Comparison
Both cities share a similar average temperature, within 0°F of each other.
| Metric | Anda | Grants Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Temp | °F | °F |
| Summer High | °F | °F |
| Winter Low | °F | °F |
| Rainfall | in | in |
| Snowfall | in | in |
| Sunny Days | ||
| Humidity | 65.00% | 74.00% |
Mobility
Commute & Transport
Both cities have comparable commute times, within 2 minutes of each other.
Anda scores higher for public transit, making it the better choice for car-free living.
For walkability, Anda leads — a better score here means more amenities reachable on foot.
| Metric | Anda | Grants Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Commute Time | 20 min | 18 min |
| Transit Score | 50.0/10 | 27.0/10 |
| Walkability | 65.0/10 | 40.0/10 |
| Traffic Index | 30.00 | |
| Car Dependency | Medium | High |
Population
Economy & Demographics
Anda is the larger city
— approximately 11.2x 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, Anda has a lower unemployment rate, reflecting a tighter and more competitive job market.
| Metric | Anda | Grants Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 446,609 | 40,051 |
| Pop. Growth | % | 0.90% |
| Median Age | 40.0 | 40.8 |
| Unemployment | 5.00% | 5.60% |
| GDP | $0.0B | $0.0B |
At a Glance
Pros & Cons
Anda
Advantages
Significantly lower cost of living compared to major Chinese cities and Western countries.
Strong agricultural base, particularly in forage and dairy industries, providing stable local employment.
Generally high level of public safety, typical of smaller Chinese urban centers.
Affordable housing market with rents considerably lower than national averages for larger cities.
Access to local medical facilities and part of a growing provincial healthcare network.
Drawbacks
Population decline trend, mirroring the broader Heilongjiang province and Northeast China.
Limited specific data on job growth, potentially indicating slower economic dynamism compared to coastal hubs.
Extremely cold and long winters, which may not appeal to all residents.
Fewer high-tech or emerging industry opportunities compared to China's innovation centers.
Less diverse entertainment and cultural options compared to larger metropolitan 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.
Anda
#13Heilongjiang, China
62.0 / 100 overall
Avg Rent
$160
Avg Salary
$15,000
Cost Index
35
Commute
20 min
Transit Score
50.0/10
Walkability
65.0/10
Sunny Days
/yr
Avg Temp
°F
Pop. Growth
%
Unemployment
5.00%
Livability
65
Business
55
Grants Pass
#64Oregon, 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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