Klamath Falls, OR vs Springfield, OR

Klamath Falls is moderately more affordable than Springfield, with a 12.3% lower cost of living index. Klamath Falls scores 87 compared to 99 for Springfield, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Springfield 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 $1,201/month in Springfield — a 20% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Klamath Falls is more affordable at $257,400 median vs $323,800.

Median household income in Klamath Falls is $47,268 compared to $67,211 in Springfield (-29.7%). While Springfield 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 21.4% in Springfield.

Climate-wise, Springfield is notably warmer with an average of 53.1°F compared to 47.1°F in Klamath Falls. Springfield receives more rainfall at 40.8" per year compared to 11.1" in Klamath Falls.