Cost of Living in Manzanita, OR

With a cost of living index of 144, Manzanita, OR is one of the most expensive cities in the United States. Living here is 44% more expensive than the national average and 37% above the Oregon state average of 106. Manzanita is a small community of 581 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Manzanita's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,693 (28% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $682,300 (124% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 7x the median household income — a challenging ratio that puts homeownership out of reach for many residents.

The median household income in Manzanita is $98,125, which is 31% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 21% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. While incomes are above average, they do not fully offset the higher cost of living.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Manzanita. The area sees an average annual temperature of 51.4°F, with summers averaging 60°F and winters around 44°F. Annual rainfall totals 70.3 inches spread over roughly 196 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.