HEAD TO HEAD
Ann Arbor vs Longview
Longview leads Ann Arbor on 3 of 5 factors — but the right pick depends on your priorities.
Ann Arbor, MI
wins 1 of 5 factors
Longview, WA
wins 3 of 5 factors
Match scores, side by side
| Factor | Ann Arbor | Longview |
|---|---|---|
| Affordable to buy | 79 | 79 |
| Affordable to rent | 56 | 80 ◆ |
| Climate comfort | 38 | 91 ◆ |
| Plenty of sunshine | 36 | 60 ◆ |
| Big-city amenities | 64 ◆ | 11 |
By the numbers
| Figure | Ann Arbor | Longview |
|---|---|---|
| Typical home value | $423K | $423K |
| Typical rent | $2,068/mo | $1,391/mo |
| Average temperature | 8.9°C | 18.7°C |
| Sunshine (solar) | 3.79 kWh/m²/day | 4.59 kWh/m²/day |
| Metro size rank | #148 | #368 |
Home & rent Zillow, May 2026 · climate & sunshine NASA POWER climatology. Scores are normalised 0–100 across all metros; higher is better. A research aid, not advice.