Performance
Score Breakdown
Dieppe
Springfield
Livability
Affordability
Business
Growth
Expenses
Cost of Living
Dieppe is the more affordable option overall — monthly living expenses run approximately
8% lower compared to Springfield.
Housing costs are a major driver: Dieppe's average rent is
20% higher than Springfield's.
| Metric | Dieppe | Springfield | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,136 | $950 | +20% |
| Groceries | $320 | $400 | -20% |
| Utilities | $128 | $180 | -29% |
| Transport | $57 | $120 | -53% |
| Healthcare | $100 | $250 | -60% |
| Monthly Total | $1,741 | $1,900 | -8% |
| Cost Index | 100 | 85 | out of 100 |
Income
Salary & Income
Springfield offers 33% lower average salaries.
However, when adjusted for local cost of living, Springfield delivers stronger purchasing power —
meaning your dollar stretches further day-to-day.
The minimum comfortable salary in Dieppe is estimated at
$37,087 vs $33,240 in Springfield.
| Metric | Dieppe | Springfield |
|---|---|---|
| Average Salary | $33,000 | $49,276 |
| Salary Needed | $37,087 | $33,240 |
| Purchasing Power | 33,000 idx | 57,972 idx |
| Household Income | $61,770 | $47,143 |
Weather
Climate Comparison
Both cities share a similar average temperature, within 0°F of each other.
| Metric | Dieppe | Springfield |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Temp | °F | °F |
| Summer High | °F | °F |
| Winter Low | °F | °F |
| Rainfall | in | in |
| Snowfall | in | in |
| Sunny Days | ||
| Humidity | % | 65.00% |
Mobility
Commute & Transport
Both cities have comparable commute times, within 1 minutes of each other.
Dieppe scores higher for public transit, making it the better choice for car-free living.
For walkability, Dieppe leads — a better score here means more amenities reachable on foot.
| Metric | Dieppe | Springfield |
|---|---|---|
| Commute Time | 20 min | 21 min |
| Transit Score | 35.0/10 | 13.0/10 |
| Walkability | 68.0/10 | 6.0/10 |
| Traffic Index | 45.00 | 45.00 |
| Car Dependency | High | High |
Population
Economy & Demographics
Springfield is the larger city
— approximately 0.7x the population of Dieppe.
From a growth perspective, Dieppe is expanding faster, signaling stronger demand for housing, jobs, and services.
| Metric | Dieppe | Springfield |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 37,831 | 58,190 |
| Pop. Growth | 5.13% | % |
| Median Age | 39.5 | 37.9 |
| Unemployment | 4.00% | 4.00% |
| GDP | $0.0B | $0.0B |
At a Glance
Pros & Cons
Dieppe
Advantages
Dieppe's population is experiencing rapid growth, with a 5.13% annual change estimated for 2026.
The city boasts a low crime rate, being 23% lower than the national average and 34% lower than the New Brunswick average.
Dieppe has a strong and growing economy, anchored by healthcare, retail, and bilingual professional services, with significant industrial park expansion.
The median household income in Dieppe is $61,770 USD (CAD 87,000), which is above the national average.
Rent prices in Dieppe are generally below the national average, making it a relatively affordable place to rent.
Drawbacks
New Brunswick, including Dieppe, exhibits high car dependency, with a large percentage of residents commuting by car.
Public transit usage in Dieppe is low, with only 1.8% of commuters using it.
While overall healthcare access is good, the New Brunswick healthcare system as a whole received a C grade from the provincial watchdog in 2016.
The cost of living in Dieppe is 9% higher than the New Brunswick average.
Cinema ticket prices, while not exorbitant, are based on 2020 data and may have increased.
Springfield
Advantages
Cost of living is approximately 15% below the national average, with housing costs running about 46% below the national norm. [25]
Median rent for a two-bedroom apartment is approximately $920 per month, significantly lower than the national average of $1,430. [25]
The median home value in Springfield is $102,100, which is 64% below the national average. [41]
Springfield has a lower rent-to-income ratio compared to other small metros in Ohio, indicating better rental affordability. [14]
The city is actively working on downtown revitalization, with new residential housing and entertainment venues. [30]
Drawbacks
Springfield has a high crime rate, significantly above both state and national averages, with a concerning trend in violent and property crimes. [9, 26]
The violent crime rate in Springfield is 1371.1 per 100,000 residents, which is substantially higher than the national average. [9]
Springfield has one of the highest crime rates in America, with a chance of becoming a victim of crime being one in 17. [26]
The city's walkability score is very low, indicating a high dependency on cars for transportation. [22, 38]
The median household income of $47,143 is below the national average, and the poverty rate is 23.1%, higher than the national average. [3, 39]
Explore
Dive Deeper
Key figures side by side — see which city wins each category at a glance.
Dieppe
#6New Brunswick, Canada
75.0 / 100 overall
Avg Rent
$1,136
Avg Salary
$33,000
Cost Index
100
Commute
20 min
Transit Score
35.0/10
Walkability
68.0/10
Sunny Days
/yr
Avg Temp
°F
Pop. Growth
5.13%
Unemployment
4.00%
Livability
76
Business
78
Springfield
#116Ohio, USA
65.0 / 100 overall
Avg Rent
$950
Avg Salary
$49,276
Cost Index
85
Commute
21 min
Transit Score
13.0/10
Walkability
6.0/10
Sunny Days
/yr
Avg Temp
°F
Pop. Growth
%
Unemployment
4.00%
Livability
70
Business
60
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