Cost of Living in Adams, OR

With a cost of living index of 71, Adams, OR is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 29% cheaper than the national average and 36% below the Oregon state average of 106. Adams is a small community of 360 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Adams's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $541 (59% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $214,200 (30% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.3x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Adams is $64,327, which is 14% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 10% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Adams. The area sees an average annual temperature of 52.1°F, with summers averaging 70°F and winters around 36°F. Annual rainfall totals 12.8 inches spread over roughly 100 days.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.