Lincoln Beach, OR vs Merrill, OR

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Merrill is 29% cheaper than Lincoln Beach. With a cost index of 75 vs 96, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Merrill to Lincoln Beach should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Lincoln Beach is $865/month compared to $789/month in Merrill — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Merrill is more affordable at $172,900 median vs $409,300.

Median household income in Lincoln Beach is $72,833 compared to $50,469 in Merrill (+44.3%). While Lincoln Beach is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Lincoln Beach spend roughly 14.3% of their income on rent, less than the 18.8% in Merrill.

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