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Eugene, Oregon is an exciting city with a thriving economy, beautiful natural surroundings, and plenty of activities to enjoy. The two bedroom rent in the city stands at $1,460 per month, slightly higher than the US average of $1,430. Grocery costs also tend to be slightly higher in Eugene compared to the national average with an index score of 101 versus 100 for the US as a whole. Home to several large companies such as Amazon's fulfillment center, PeaceHealth Medical Group, and Ninkasi brewing company there are plenty of job opportunities available in Eugene. Additionally, due to its abundance of outdoor recreation activities such as biking or kayaking on the Willamette River and skiing on Mt Bachelor, Eugene has something for everyone.

Eugene has an unemployment rate of 6.3%. The US average is 6.0%.

Eugene has seen the job market increase by 1.1% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 40.9%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Eugene
- The Sales Tax Rate for Eugene is 0.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Eugene 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 Eugene
- The average income of a Eugene resident is $26,313 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Eugene resident is $55,776 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyEugene, OregonUnited States
  6.36
  -5.5%-6.2%
  40.9%33.5%
  0.0%6.2%
  9.0%4.6%
  $35,536$37,638
  $55,776$69,021
  $84,810$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  1.3%1.2%
  0.1%0.5%
  4.3%6.8%
  9.0%10.0%
  2.3%2.5%
  11.8%11.0%
  2.8%4.8%
  0.4%0.8%
  1.2%1.9%
  3.1%4.7%
  2.1%1.9%
  7.6%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  4.1%4.2%
  15.5%9.3%
  16.2%14.0%
  2.1%2.1%
  8.4%7.0%
  4.4%4.8%
  3.4%4.7%
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Over 2 years ago

It’s cold and rainy and cloudy most of the year on June it rained and was cloudy every day except 3. The weather is mostly cloudy even if it’s not raining. If you want  More

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Over 2 years ago

Moved here from Austin, Texas about three years ago. I've lived in the Bay Area, California, San Diego, Los Angeles and various towns in Central Texas (Georgetown,  More

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Eugene has its warts, just like any other city. But in my view, the good things far outweigh the bad aspects. What I like the best is the location, right on the  More

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