Cost of Living in Dufur, OR

With a cost of living index of 103, Dufur, OR is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 3% more expensive than the national average and 4% below the Oregon state average of 106. Dufur is a small community of 841 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Dufur's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,326 (1% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $315,100 (3% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.7x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Dufur is $86,250, which is 15% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 18% 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 Dufur. The area sees an average annual temperature of 54.4°F, with summers averaging 72°F and winters around 38°F. Annual rainfall totals 13.7 inches spread over roughly 96 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.