Klamath Falls, OR vs Lincoln City, OR

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Klamath Falls is 19.2% cheaper than Lincoln City. With a cost index of 87 vs 108, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Klamath Falls to Lincoln City should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Klamath Falls is $962/month compared to $1,326/month in Lincoln City — a 28% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Klamath Falls is more affordable at $257,400 median vs $374,400.

Median household income in Klamath Falls is $47,268 compared to $56,322 in Lincoln City (-16.1%). The higher salaries in Lincoln City partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Klamath Falls spend roughly 24.4% of their income on rent, less than the 28.3% in Lincoln City.

Climate-wise, Lincoln City is notably warmer with an average of 50.6°F compared to 47.1°F in Klamath Falls. Lincoln City receives more rainfall at 67.3" per year compared to 11.1" in Klamath Falls.