Klamath Falls, OR vs Silverton, OR

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Klamath Falls is 26.7% cheaper than Silverton. With a cost index of 87 vs 119, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Klamath Falls to Silverton should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Klamath Falls is $962/month compared to $1,479/month in Silverton — a 35% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Klamath Falls is more affordable at $257,400 median vs $461,800.

Median household income in Klamath Falls is $47,268 compared to $74,286 in Silverton (-36.4%). While Silverton 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 23.9% in Silverton.

Climate-wise, Silverton is notably warmer with an average of 54.1°F compared to 47.1°F in Klamath Falls. Silverton receives more rainfall at 40.1" per year compared to 11.1" in Klamath Falls.