Cost of Living in Butte Falls, OR

With a cost of living index of 74, Butte Falls, OR is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 26% cheaper than the national average and 32% below the Oregon state average of 106. Butte Falls is a small community of 445 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Butte Falls's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $800 (39% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $166,500 (45% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.2x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Butte Falls is $39,821, which is 47% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 24% 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 Butte Falls. The area sees an average annual temperature of 55.9°F, with summers averaging 72°F and winters around 41°F. Annual rainfall totals 18.4 inches spread over roughly 103 days.

Everyday prices in the Medford, OR (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.