Cost of Living in Grass Valley, OR

With a cost of living index of 57, Grass Valley, OR is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 43% cheaper than the national average and 50% below the Oregon state average of 106. Grass Valley is a small community of 161 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Grass Valley's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $337 (74% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $120,100 (61% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.1x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Grass Valley is $58,313, which is 22% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 7% 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 Grass Valley. 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.