Cost of Living in Oregon
Oregon has 27 cities with cost-of-living data on CompareLiving, drawn from US Census, BEA, HUD, and EPA sources. Prices range from Springfield (cost index 90.0) to Hillsboro (103.6), with a statewide average around 98.5 versus the US baseline of 100. Median rent is lowest in Grants Pass at $1,160/mo and highest in Bethany at $2,227/mo.
Oregon at a Glance
Cities Tracked
27
with census data
Avg Cost Index
98.5
US avg = 100
Avg Median Rent
$1,593
per month
Avg Household Income
$90,407
annual median
Most & Least Affordable Cities
Most Affordable
| City | Cost Index | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield | 90.0 | $1,201 |
| Albany | 96.6 | $1,311 |
| Portland | 103.6 | $1,596 |
| Hillsboro | 103.6 | $1,896 |
Most Expensive
| City | Cost Index | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Portland | 103.6 | $1,596 |
| Hillsboro | 103.6 | $1,896 |
| Albany | 96.6 | $1,311 |
| Springfield | 90.0 | $1,201 |
Cost Index = BEA Regional Price Parity (US avg = 100)
Taxes in Oregon
State Income Tax
9.90%
Top marginal rate · Tax Foundation 2024
State Sales Tax
None
No statewide sales tax
Popular Cities in Oregon
Oregon Cities — Full Table
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| Portland | 642,715 | 103.6 | $1,596 | $557,600 | $88,792 |
| Eugene | 177,520 | — | $1,347 | $435,400 | $63,836 |
| Salem | 176,666 | — | $1,323 | $382,400 | $71,900 |
| Gresham | 112,818 | — | $1,508 | $440,000 | $73,608 |
| Hillsboro | 107,050 | 103.6 | $1,896 | $483,400 | $103,207 |
| Bend | 101,472 | — | $1,767 | $646,800 | $88,792 |
| Beaverton | 97,502 | — | $1,727 | $543,100 | $94,279 |
| Medford | 85,794 | — | $1,321 | $387,000 | $70,497 |
| Springfield | 61,642 | 90.0 | $1,201 | $323,800 | $67,211 |
| Corvallis | 60,424 | — | $1,342 | $480,600 | $63,807 |
| Albany | 56,773 | 96.6 | $1,311 | $352,900 | $73,809 |
| Tigard | 55,395 | — | $1,732 | $585,700 | $105,008 |
| Aloha | 53,362 | — | $1,839 | $465,500 | $96,754 |
| Lake Oswego | 40,367 | — | $2,031 | $894,000 | $140,441 |
| Grants Pass | 39,183 | — | $1,160 | $364,200 | $56,877 |
| Keizer | 39,013 | — | $1,375 | $396,700 | $81,217 |
| Oregon City | 37,482 | — | $1,606 | $531,400 | $94,648 |
| Redmond | 35,161 | — | $1,479 | $435,000 | $79,789 |
| McMinnville | 34,493 | — | $1,290 | $391,100 | $70,060 |
| Bethany | 31,700 | — | $2,227 | $699,200 | $164,315 |
| Tualatin | 27,710 | — | $1,729 | $595,800 | $105,073 |
| West Linn | 27,065 | — | $2,006 | $733,300 | $138,526 |
| Woodburn | 26,845 | — | $1,373 | $308,400 | $67,469 |
| Forest Grove | 26,406 | — | $1,393 | $464,300 | $81,998 |
| Wilsonville | 26,183 | — | $1,839 | $584,700 | $87,371 |
| Newberg | 25,622 | — | $1,562 | $453,700 | $91,389 |
| Happy Valley | 25,572 | — | $2,025 | $671,800 | $120,324 |
Cost Index = BEA Regional Price Parity (US avg = 100) · Income & Rent = US Census ACS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cost of Living in Oregon
What is the cost of living in Oregon?
The average cost of living index across cities in Oregon is approximately 98.5 (US average = 100), which is slightly below the US average. Median gross rent averages around $1,593/month and median household income averages around $90,407/year.
What are the cheapest cities to live in Oregon?
The most affordable cities in Oregon by cost of living index are: 1. Springfield (index 90.0), 2. Albany (index 96.6), 3. Portland (index 103.6).
What is the median rent in Oregon?
The average median gross rent across cities in Oregon is approximately $1,593/month. Rent varies significantly by city and neighborhood — use the city profiles below for specific figures.
What are the income tax rates in Oregon?
Oregon's top marginal state income tax rate is 9.90%. This is the highest bracket rate; lower-income earners pay less. Source: Tax Foundation (2024).
What is the sales tax in Oregon?
Oregon has no statewide sales tax. However, some local jurisdictions may impose additional sales taxes. Source: Tax Foundation (2024).
Is it expensive to move to Oregon?
Oregon has a cost of living index of approximately 98.5 and average median rent around $1,593/month. It is generally more affordable than the US average, which can offset moving costs over time. Use our moving guides for salary equivalence calculations.
Data last updated: December 1, 2024 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, Tax Foundation · Methodology