Maupin, OR vs Oakland, OR

Maupin, OR and Oakland, OR have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.7% difference in their overall index. Maupin scores 97 while Oakland scores 99 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Maupin is $1,250/month compared to $1,185/month in Oakland — a 6% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Oakland has cheaper rent, Maupin actually has lower median home values ($273,900 vs $318,400).

Median household income in Maupin is $54,792 compared to $58,272 in Oakland (-6%). While Oakland is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Maupin spend roughly 27.4% of their income on rent, more than the 24.4% in Oakland.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (54.4°F vs 55.9°F). Oakland receives more rainfall at 32.1" per year compared to 13.7" in Maupin.