Redmond, OR vs Tigard, OR

Redmond is moderately more affordable than Tigard, with a 14.9% lower cost of living index. Redmond scores 117 compared to 138 for Tigard, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Tigard can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Redmond is $1,479/month compared to $1,732/month in Tigard — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Redmond is more affordable at $435,000 median vs $585,700.

Median household income in Redmond is $79,789 compared to $105,008 in Tigard (-24%). While Tigard is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Redmond spend roughly 22.2% of their income on rent, more than the 19.8% in Tigard.

Climate-wise, Tigard is notably warmer with an average of 52.5°F compared to 48.9°F in Redmond. Tigard receives more rainfall at 35.9" per year compared to 8.5" in Redmond.