The Dalles, OR vs Warrenton, OR

The Dalles is moderately more affordable than Warrenton, with a 14.4% lower cost of living index. The Dalles scores 92 compared to 107 for Warrenton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Warrenton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in The Dalles is $956/month compared to $1,283/month in Warrenton — a 26% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: The Dalles is more affordable at $318,400 median vs $386,500.

Median household income in The Dalles is $62,830 compared to $67,430 in Warrenton (-6.8%). Warrenton does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of The Dalles spend roughly 18.3% of their income on rent, less than the 22.8% in Warrenton.

Climate-wise, The Dalles is notably warmer with an average of 54.4°F compared to 51.4°F in Warrenton. Warrenton receives more rainfall at 70.3" per year compared to 13.7" in The Dalles.