Cost of Living in Metolius, OR

With a cost of living index of 91, Metolius, OR is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 9% cheaper than the national average and 16% below the Oregon state average of 106. Metolius is a small community of 969 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Metolius's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,181 (10% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $220,100 (28% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.5x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Metolius is $62,841, which is 16% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 23% 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 Metolius. The area sees an average annual temperature of 48.9°F, with summers averaging 65°F and winters around 35°F. Annual rainfall totals 8.5 inches spread over roughly 78 days.

Everyday prices in the Bend, 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.