Arlington, OR vs Waldport, OR

Arlington is moderately more affordable than Waldport, with a 5.3% lower cost of living index. Arlington scores 86 compared to 91 for Waldport, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Waldport can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Arlington is $1,208/month compared to $938/month in Waldport — a 29% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Waldport has cheaper rent, Arlington actually has lower median home values ($159,200 vs $318,400).

Median household income in Arlington is $75,625 compared to $50,000 in Waldport (+51.2%). Arlington offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Arlington spend roughly 19.2% of their income on rent, less than the 22.5% in Waldport.

Climate-wise, Arlington is notably warmer with an average of 53.9°F compared to 50.6°F in Waldport. Waldport receives more rainfall at 67.3" per year compared to 8.6" in Arlington.