Bend, OR vs Hillsboro, OR

Hillsboro is moderately more affordable than Bend, with a 6.7% lower cost of living index. Bend scores 143 compared to 134 for Hillsboro, 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 Bend is $1,767/month compared to $1,896/month in Hillsboro — a 7% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Bend has cheaper rent, Hillsboro actually has lower median home values ($483,400 vs $646,800).

Median household income in Bend is $88,792 compared to $103,207 in Hillsboro (-14%). Hillsboro offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Bend spend roughly 23.9% of their income on rent, more than the 22% in Hillsboro.

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