Zip 97222 (Milwaukie, OR) Cost of Living


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Milwaukie cost of living score
133.7
More expensive
33.7% higher
than the US average
17.0% higher
than the Oregon average
Milwaukie (zip 97222), Oregon gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 133.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 33.7% higher than the U.S. average and 17.0% lower than the average for Oregon.

Zip 97222 (Milwaukie, OR)

Housing costs in Milwaukie?
A typical home costs $451,600, which is 33.6% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 3.6% less expensive than the average Oregon home, at $468,400. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Milwaukie costs $1,710 per month, which is 12.5% more than the national average of $1,520 and 7.6% cheaper than the state average of $1,840.

Can I afford Milwaukie?
To live comfortably in Milwaukie (zip 97222), Oregon, a minimum annual income of $86,400 for a family, and $60,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Milwaukie?
The cost of living in 97222 Milwaukie, OR is quite reasonable. According to the Cost of Living Index from BestPlaces, the overall cost of living in Milwaukie is 8% lower than the national average. Housing costs are slightly higher than average at 4% above the national level, but transportation and healthcare expenses are below the US norm with a 5% and 24% decrease respectively. Groceries and utilities are also lower than average with a 5% and 6% decrease respectively. Overall, Milwaukie represents a great option for those looking for an affordable place to live.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMilwaukieOregonUnited States
  133.7114.3100.0
  101.5100.4100
  91.294.6100.0
  153.3150.2100.0
  $451,600$468,400$338,100
  83.0%81.0%100.0%
  127.5107.1100.0
  137.1108.2100.0

   100=National Average

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