Kettering, OH vs Oregon, OH

Oregon is moderately more affordable than Kettering, with a 5.4% lower cost of living index. Kettering scores 78 compared to 74 for Oregon, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Kettering can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Kettering is $983/month compared to $874/month in Oregon — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Oregon is more affordable at $191,300 median vs $192,500.

Median household income in Kettering is $71,619 compared to $82,467 in Oregon (-13.2%). Oregon offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Kettering spend roughly 16.5% of their income on rent, more than the 12.7% in Oregon.