Florence, OR vs Klamath Falls, OR
Klamath Falls is moderately more affordable than Florence, with a 13.8% lower cost of living index. Florence scores 99 compared to 87 for Klamath Falls, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Florence can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.
On the housing front, median rent in Florence is $1,172/month compared to $962/month in Klamath Falls — a 22% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Klamath Falls is more affordable at $257,400 median vs $331,100.
Median household income in Florence is $52,049 compared to $47,268 in Klamath Falls (+10.1%). The higher salaries in Florence partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Florence spend roughly 27% of their income on rent, more than the 24.4% in Klamath Falls.
Climate-wise, Florence is notably warmer with an average of 53°F compared to 47.1°F in Klamath Falls. Florence receives more rainfall at 59.1" per year compared to 11.1" in Klamath Falls.
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