Jefferson, OR Cost of Living


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Jefferson cost of living score
104
More expensive
4.0% higher
than the US average
9.0% lower
than the Oregon average
Jefferson, Oregon gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 104, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 4.0% higher than the U.S. average and 9.0% higher than the average for Oregon.

Jefferson, OR

Housing costs in Jefferson?
A typical home costs $411,100, which is 21.6% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 12.2% less expensive than the average Oregon home, at $468,400. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Jefferson costs $1,290 per month, which is 9.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 17.8% cheaper than the state average of $1,520.

Can I afford Jefferson?
To live comfortably in Jefferson, Oregon, a minimum annual income of $78,840 for a family, and $40,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Jefferson?
The cost of living in Jefferson, OR is generally lower than the national average. Housing costs tend to be higher than that of other parts of the state, but still remain quite affordable. Overall, groceries and utilities are also moderately priced in the area. There are a variety of restaurants, markets, and shops available to residents to choose from at reasonable prices. The local economy is strong and there are many jobs available in both the public and private sectors. All in all, living in Jefferson is relatively inexpensive compared to other places in Oregon.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesJeffersonOregonUnited States
  104.0114.3100.0
  99.6100.4100
  92.894.6100.0
  115.1150.2100.0
  $411,100$468,400$338,100
  82.1%81.0%100.0%
  99.8107.1100.0
  103.9108.2100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 15 years ago

I am 21 yrs. old, and have lived in Jefferson most of my life ( about 20 yrs.) It's a nice little town resting on the banks of the Santiam River. The town sign says  More

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