Cost of Living in Boring, OR

With a cost of living index of 131, Boring, OR is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 31% more expensive than the national average and 24% above the Oregon state average of 106. Boring is a small community of 1,616 residents.

The median household income in Boring is $101,250, which is 35% higher than the national median of $75,149. While incomes are above average, they more than offset the higher cost of living.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Boring. The area sees an average annual temperature of 54.7°F, with summers averaging 67°F and winters around 43°F. Annual rainfall totals 40.7 inches spread over roughly 159 days.

Everyday prices in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area tend to run above the national average. Out of 6 common grocery and utility items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 5 are priced higher than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

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.