Cost of Living in Oregon
Cost of Living in Oregon | Compared to National Average |
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Housing (Buy and Rent) | 28% higher |
Utilities (Monthly) | 1% higher |
Food | 4% higher |
Healthcare | 1% higher |
Transportation | 19% higher |
Goods & Services | 5% higher |
The cost of living in Oregon is 12% higher than the national average. Housing is 28% higher than the national average, while utilities are 1% higher. When it comes to basic necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 5% higher than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs 5% higher.
Healthcare services such as doctor check-ups and dentistry cost 1% higher in Oregon compared to the national average. At the same time, non-necessary expenses such as entertainment and grooming services are 5% higher.
City, State | Compared to State Average | Compared to National Average |
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Portland, OR | 10% higher | 23% higher |
Eugene, OR | 2% higher | 14% higher |
Klamath Falls, OR | 13% lower | 2% lower |