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Sisters, OR is a small city located in Central Oregon near the Deschutes National Forest. The city has a population of around 2,000 people, and is known for its outdoor activities like skiing and golfing. The cost of living in Sisters is relatively low; rent for a two-bedroom apartment averages at $1,430 per month compared to the US average of $1,430. Groceries also tend to be cheaper in Sisters as the Grocery Cost Index (GCI) is 104 versus 100 in the US. You will find that some local businesses such as Sisters Movie House and Schreiner’s Fine Art Supply specialize in different areas that give the city its unique charm. With its abundance of natural attractions nearby and affordable cost of living, it’s no wonder why many people choose to call Sisters home.

Sisters has an unemployment rate of 6.9%. The US average is 6.0%.

Sisters has seen the job market increase by 2.6% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 54.1%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Sisters
- The Sales Tax Rate for Sisters is 0.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Sisters is 9.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Sisters
- The average income of a Sisters resident is $23,238 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Sisters resident is $81,016 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomySisters, OregonUnited States
  6.96
  -2.7%-6.2%
  54.1%33.5%
  0.0%6.2%
  9.0%4.6%
  $42,656$37,638
  $81,016$69,021
  $90,980$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  3.5%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  9.6%6.8%
  3.3%10.0%
  3.8%2.5%
  11.2%11.0%
  1.7%4.8%
  0.5%0.8%
  3.8%1.9%
  6.6%4.7%
  1.8%1.9%
  7.1%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  4.2%4.2%
  12.7%9.3%
  4.3%14.0%
  1.5%2.1%
  15.8%7.0%
  5.5%4.8%
  3.2%4.7%
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We've lived 26 years in Portland and everytime we drive through Sisters to Bend ..we want to stay...then reality sets in and we wake up to the fact that in winter you  More

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Over 4 years ago

Just waiting for Sisters and Bend to burn to the ground . Big money a lot of big fish in a small pond . Ego central --mostly Los Angeles transplants who bring all  More

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Over 6 years ago

Great if you like green  More

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