Klamath Falls, OR vs North Bend, OR

Klamath Falls is moderately more affordable than North Bend, with a 6.7% lower cost of living index. Klamath Falls scores 87 compared to 93 for North Bend, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of North Bend can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Klamath Falls is $962/month compared to $1,036/month in North Bend — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Klamath Falls is more affordable at $257,400 median vs $306,600.

Median household income in Klamath Falls is $47,268 compared to $72,483 in North Bend (-34.8%). While North Bend is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Klamath Falls spend roughly 24.4% of their income on rent, more than the 17.2% in North Bend.

Climate-wise, North Bend is notably warmer with an average of 53°F compared to 47.1°F in Klamath Falls. North Bend receives more rainfall at 59.1" per year compared to 11.1" in Klamath Falls.