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Springfield Area Facts

  • Springfield has a Livability Score of 82/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Springfield crime rates are 5% higher than the Oregon average
  • Cost of living in Springfield is 4% lower than the Oregon average
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What I've noticed living here for 10 years 2 rating By Wondergal ( Oct 06, 2018) A medium sized city adjacent to the McKenzie River in mid Western Oregon. the pros would be close to a good mall with lots of shopping and easy freeway access, lower rent compared to the other mid Willamette Valley Cities, and they have tried to clean up the area by not allowing ...Read More panhandlers on the streets. The schools in this area need a lot of work, and there is a very present meth and heroin problem, unfortunately been over 20 overdoses on the news in 3 days,this is not usual but it does highlight some of the problems that we have for not being a very large city. The pollen allergies can be very bad for many and I've known a lot of people that actually need to be hospitalized. Very high poverty area, there are a few Mill jobs here in Springfield and most of the other jobs are either with the schools, the hospital or in retail or a restaurant many people go to Eugene to find work which is just over the river. It is considerably gloomy and gray between usually around early to mid October through April, some years it doesn't really start getting nice until the beginning of July and then the last few years intense hazardous smoke fills the air starting around mid August so you really only have typically about two months of Summer where you can actually get out and enjoy the weather. It does not get considerably cold or considerably hot here but through the spring winter and fall there is a high number of humid days which can make it feel considerably colder. Read Less
Rain Makes You Go Shopping in Springfield, OR 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( Apr 23, 2012) I moved to Springfield, OR after living on the east coast for ten years. When I got to the west coast, I was a little shocked at the difference in weather, but I have been here for two years now and love it. It does rain a little more than I am used to, but that just means I go s ...Read More hopping in several of the local towns. Camping is one of my favorite things to do in Springfield. There are numerous sites that I have been to that are in the woods. The mountain ranges in the distance when I go to Mt. Hood take my breath away. Try to go in the summer so it is warmer.

When it is too cold to camp, I enjoy going to some of the culinary restaurants. There are a few coffee shops that have book stores in them as well. It is great being able to read a good book while drinking an espresso or cappuccino. If you enjoy wine, then Oregon is the place to go. Several of the wine distilleries offer tours so that you can see how the wine is made. All the history lovers will enjoy touring the museums all across Oregon. There are even some Ghost Towns in Auburn and Bourne.

One of the things that will take getting acclimated to when you go to Springfield is the weather. Be sure to pack plenty of things to do while you are inside your home or office, or plan to spend a day or two looking at the shops. Read Less
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      A+ Amenities

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

      Parks

      Millrace Park
      Pioneer Memorial Cemetery Park
      Island Park
      Meadow Park
      Willamette Heights Park
      James Park
      Kelly Butte Park Overlook
      Willamalane Park

      Entertainment

      Malerische Gallery
      Vino & Vango
      Springfield Museum
      Richard E. Wildish Community Theater
      Springfield High School Theater
      Silke Field
      Masterson Pioneer Cabin
      Living History Village

      Food & Drink

      Taco Time
      Tavern on Main
      Plank Town Brewing Company
      Moe's Tavern
      PublicHouse
      The Whiskey Lab
      Gryff’s Pub
      Subway

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Springfield? Of all people who commute, 3.4% take public transportation in Springfield.
      Drive to Work
      74%

      2% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      3%

      2% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      2%

      1% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

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

      Hospitals

      McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center
      Sacred Heart Medical Center at Riverbend

      Pharmacies

      Rite Aid
      Safeway
      Walgreens
      Walmart Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      Fred Meyer Pharmacy
      Walgreens

      Doctors