Cost of Living in Huntington, OR

With a cost of living index of 66, Huntington, OR is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 34% cheaper than the national average and 41% below the Oregon state average of 106. Huntington is a small community of 690 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Huntington's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $661 (50% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $111,900 (63% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.4x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Huntington is $33,250, which is 56% 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 Huntington. The area sees an average annual temperature of 53.7°F, with summers averaging 75°F and winters around 33°F. Annual rainfall totals 9.5 inches spread over roughly 80 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.