South University, Eugene, OR Area Guide

Get crime, demographics and other data for any location in South University, Eugene, OR
Photo of Eugene, OR
( 2 Ratings )

Living in South University, Eugene, OR

Ranks better than 75% of areas Follow

South University Area Facts

  • South University has a Livability Score of 75/100, which is considered excellent
  • South University crime rates are 18% lower than the Eugene average
  • Cost of living in South University is 20% higher than the Eugene average
Area Score
Is This the Right Place for You? Local Insights Report
  • Uncover the key details before you move
  • Use local data to guide a smarter investment
  • Compare neighborhoods side by side
Local Insights Report

What do the locals think about South University?

Based on 2 votes from AreaVibes users. Take the poll

South University Reviews

Write a review about South University Tell people what you like or don't like about South University…
Show All Reviews

How Do You Rate The Livability In South University?

1. Select a livability score between 1-100
0
Awful25
Poor50
Average75
Good100
Great
2. Select any tags that apply to this area
View results

Compare Eugene, OR Livability

City Image
    City Default Image
      vs
      Compare Neighborhoods & Addresses Local Insights Report

      Why stop at city-to-city? With Local Insights, you can compare neighborhoods, zip codes, or even exact addresses. Access 300+ hyperlocal data points—from schools and crime to housing and amenities—to see which area is the better fit.

      Local Insights Report

      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in South University? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      University City Park
      Washburne City Park
      Washburne City Park
      Agate Playground
      The Bush
      Erb Memorial Union Green
      Amazon City Park
      West University City Park

      Entertainment

      Beall Concert Hall
      Jane Sanders Stadium
      Very Little Theater
      McArthur Court
      Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art
      Museum of Natural and Cultural History
      Bijou Art Cinemas
      Maude Kerns Art Center

      Food & Drink

      McMenamins East 19th Café
      Prince Pucklers Ice Cream
      Doctors Office w/ Candy
      Panda Express
      Fathoms
      Subway
      Little Big Burger
      Chipotle

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in South University? Of all people who commute, 6.6% take public transportation in South University.
      Drive to Work
      40%

      32% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      7%

      2% higher than the US average

      Walk to Work
      29%

      25% higher than the US average

      F Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in South University? The cost of living in South University is 141/100 - which is 27% higher than Oregon.
      South University
      141

      41% more expensive than average

      Eugene
      117

      17% more expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      F Crime

      What is the crime rate in South University? South University crime rates are 2,902, which are 1% lower than Oregon
      Total Crime
      2,902 per 100k people

      27% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 35

      27% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      -7%

      Year over year crime is down

      F Employment

      What is the median income in South University? The median income in South University is $34,684 which is 35% lower than Oregon.
      Median household income
      $34,68437% lower than the US average
      Income per capita
      $21,47128% lower than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      5%

      15% higher than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is South University a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Peace Health Medical Center University District
      Elizabeth McCorkle, MD
      VA Healthcare Center
      Green Valley Health Center

      Pharmacies

      Hirons Drug
      Hirons
      Safeway
      Savon
      Bi-Mart
      Costco Pharmacy
      Fred Meyer Pharmacy
      Fred Meyer Pharmacy

      Doctors

      Eugene Urgent Care
      Brian A. Jewett M.D.
      Conservative Pain Solutions
      Cascadia Foot & Ankle
      Oregon Ear Nose & Throat PC
      Oregon Medical Group

      B Housing

      What are South University home prices? South University home prices are $518,750 - which is 110% higher than Oregon
      Median home value
      $518,750181% higher than the US average
      Median rent price
      $1,0268% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      22%

      66% lower than the US average

      A+ Schools

      Does South University have good schools? The South University graduation rate is 96% - which is 12% higher than Oregon
      High school grad. rates
      96%

      16% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      70%

      45% higher than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      0:1

      100% lower than the US average

      B+ User Ratings

      Is South University a good place to live? South University has an overall rating of 75% from 2 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      75%

      2 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      n/a%

      0 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      75%

      2 total surveys

      Eugene neighborhoods

      Neighborhood Neighborhood
      Best Neighborhoods in Eugene for Singles       Neighborhood Neighborhood
      Best Neighborhoods in Eugene for Families       Neighborhood Neighborhood
      Safest Neighborhoods in Eugene       Neighborhood Neighborhood
      Most Dangerous Neighborhoods in Eugene       Neighborhood Neighborhood
      Most Affordable Neighborhoods in Eugene       Neighborhood Neighborhood
      Most Expensive Neighborhoods in Eugene
      General
      For Professionals
      Follow Us
      AV on Twitter AV on Facebook
      © AreaVibes Inc. 2010-2025