Beaverton, OR vs Bend, OR

Beaverton is moderately more affordable than Bend, with a 6.4% lower cost of living index. Beaverton scores 134 compared to 143 for Bend, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Bend can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Beaverton is $1,727/month compared to $1,767/month in Bend — a 2% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Beaverton is more affordable at $543,100 median vs $646,800.

Median household income in Beaverton is $94,279 compared to $88,792 in Bend (+6.2%). Beaverton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Beaverton spend roughly 22% of their income on rent, less than the 23.9% in Bend.

Climate-wise, Beaverton is notably warmer with an average of 52.5°F compared to 48.9°F in Bend. Beaverton receives more rainfall at 35.9" per year compared to 8.5" in Bend.