Cost of Living in Barview, OR

With a cost of living index of 90, Barview, OR is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 10% cheaper than the national average and 17% below the Oregon state average of 106. Barview is a small community of 1,645 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Barview's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,131 (14% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $226,100 (26% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.2x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Barview is $71,579, which is 5% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 19% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Barview. The area sees an average annual temperature of 50.4°F, with summers averaging 57°F and winters around 44°F. Annual rainfall totals 65.3 inches spread over roughly 181 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.