Which City in Oregon Should You Live In?

You are hip, modern, and in the know, and would rather wait an hour at a trendy spot for amazing brunch than spend an hour in the kitchen at home and have to clean up - you are a Portlander at heart! Just like the city's growing population - you like your cocktails with hard-to-pronounce herb bitters, your burger from a cow grown within the city limits, and your comedy to be satirical and borderline offensive. Portland is a city where anyone can make their dreams come true - as long as you keep the fire under your pants and don't get too comfy with the laid back atmosphere!

You like a comfortable but quiet life, and Eugene's small but close-knit community is a good fit for you. When you are in need of recharging in nature, there are many mountain hikes and trails to explore as well as bike paths winding through the tree-thick city. When you want to be social, there are many niche restaurants, bars, and clubs where you can find like-minded people to befriend. You never need to be ashamed of exploring any interest you may have, with the general attitude in the city being 'the weirder, the better.' Once a week on Saturdays the whole city (or just about) meets in the downtown area for a farmer's market and craft fair, with unique selections to suit anyone's tastes.

For you, it's all about balance. You love to spend time with friends in a comfortable indoor spot, but just as much you love to explore the outdoors and really soak up the seasons - and you love that Oregon has such distinct seasons. You belong in Salem, where the historic parts of the city keep citizens in touch with the past, but the political hub of the state capital keep the people in touch with the larger goings-on around the country. This even split suits you perfectly, and the mid-size city offers you just enough of what you want without being overwhelming.

You are as outdoorsy and adventurous as it gets - that's why you belong in Bend, or as they lovingly call it 'the city where people go on vacation.' Yes, in Bend you will be within arm's reach of world-class opportunities for skiing, hiking, rafting, cycling, and of course beer drinking! It is also the perfect city to raise the dog you've always wanted, and you'll meet lots of other similar athletic and outgoing folk once you're there, cementing your love affair with the city and people of Bend, Oregon!

You consider yourself to be creative, thoughtful, and progressive, making the Southern Oregon city of Ashland a natural fit for you and yours. Ashland's vibrant theater community will soothe your itch for performing arts - the renowned Oregon Shakespeare Festival goes on for ten months of the year - keeping the city active and bustling in every season. The city has a history of progressive politics - setting it apart from its neighboring places, and its proximity to California mean that the Golden State is just a hop, skip, and jump away if you ever get a bit restless.

For you, the ocean is a spiritual experience that links you to the earth and the universe, and you don't feel at ease unless you are driving distance from a beach. Lucky for you, Florence, Oregon is home to the world's biggest ocean, surrounded by countless dunes, trails, and lighthouses to make sure every photo you snap is postcard-worthy. You enjoy self-reflection and deep thinking, and the picturesque views of the Oregon coast will provide the perfect backdrop to the self-development and peace of mind you are hoping to achieve at this phase of your life.