Performance
Score Breakdown
Shijiazhuang
Grants Pass
Livability
Affordability
Business
Growth
Expenses
Cost of Living
Shijiazhuang is the more affordable option overall — monthly living expenses run approximately
76% lower compared to Grants Pass.
Housing costs are a major driver: Shijiazhuang's average rent is
84% lower than Grants Pass's.
| Metric | Shijiazhuang | Grants Pass | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $237 | $1,450 | -84% |
| Groceries | $250 | $450 | -44% |
| Utilities | $70 | $400 | -83% |
| Transport | $20 | $120 | -83% |
| Healthcare | $50 | $150 | -67% |
| Monthly Total | $627 | $2,570 | -76% |
| Cost Index | 25 | 112 | out of 100 |
Income
Salary & Income
Grants Pass offers 85% 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 Shijiazhuang is estimated at
$9,000 vs $58,000 in Grants Pass.
| Metric | Shijiazhuang | Grants Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Average Salary | $9,729 | $64,331 |
| Salary Needed | $9,000 | $58,000 |
| Purchasing Power | 38,916 idx | 57,438 idx |
Weather
Climate Comparison
Both cities share a similar average temperature, within 0°F of each other.
| Metric | Shijiazhuang | Grants Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Temp | °F | °F |
| Summer High | °F | °F |
| Winter Low | °F | °F |
| Rainfall | in | in |
| Snowfall | in | in |
| Sunny Days | ||
| Humidity | 70.00% | 74.00% |
Mobility
Commute & Transport
Grants Pass has the shorter commute — saving residents roughly
8,500 minutes (142 hours) per year compared to Shijiazhuang.
Shijiazhuang scores higher for public transit, making it the better choice for car-free living.
For walkability, Shijiazhuang leads — a better score here means more amenities reachable on foot.
| Metric | Shijiazhuang | Grants Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Commute Time | 35 min | 18 min |
| Transit Score | 65.0/10 | 27.0/10 |
| Walkability | 55.0/10 | 40.0/10 |
| Traffic Index | 40.00 | |
| Car Dependency | Medium | High |
Population
Economy & Demographics
Shijiazhuang is the larger city
— approximately 280.8x 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, Shijiazhuang has a lower unemployment rate, reflecting a tighter and more competitive job market.
| Metric | Shijiazhuang | Grants Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 11,246,900 | 40,051 |
| Pop. Growth | % | 0.90% |
| Median Age | 40.8 | |
| Unemployment | 4.62% | 5.60% |
| GDP | $128.7B | $0.0B |
At a Glance
Pros & Cons
Shijiazhuang
Advantages
Strategic industrial development in biomedicine, new-generation electronic information, and advanced manufacturing sectors.
Extensive and developing public transportation network, including metro and bus systems.
Relatively low cost of living, particularly for housing, compared to many major cities.
High perceived safety with very low crime rates reported.
Significant economic growth, with the city's GDP reaching $128.69 billion USD in 2025.
Drawbacks
Average monthly net salary is relatively low at approximately $811 USD.
Nominal residential property price growth has seen declines in early 2026.
Historically, air pollution has been a concern, though recent data is not available.
Limited specific data available for certain metrics like unemployment rate and median age.
Summers can be hot and humid, and winters freezing and dry.
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.
Shijiazhuang
#5Hebei, China
70.0 / 100 overall
Avg Rent
$237
Avg Salary
$9,729
Cost Index
25
Commute
35 min
Transit Score
65.0/10
Walkability
55.0/10
Sunny Days
/yr
Avg Temp
°F
Pop. Growth
%
Unemployment
4.62%
Livability
65
Business
70
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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