Bandon, OR vs Sutherlin, OR

Sutherlin is moderately more affordable than Bandon, with a 8.7% lower cost of living index. Bandon scores 101 compared to 93 for Sutherlin, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Bandon can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Bandon is $907/month compared to $1,149/month in Sutherlin — a 21% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Bandon has cheaper rent, Sutherlin actually has lower median home values ($261,700 vs $449,600).

Median household income in Bandon is $46,250 compared to $51,860 in Sutherlin (-10.8%). Sutherlin offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Bandon spend roughly 23.5% of their income on rent, less than the 26.6% in Sutherlin.

Climate-wise, Sutherlin is notably warmer with an average of 55.9°F compared to 50.4°F in Bandon. Bandon receives more rainfall at 65.3" per year compared to 32.1" in Sutherlin.