Cost of Living in Mount Angel, OR

With a cost of living index of 104, Mount Angel, OR is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 4% more expensive than the national average and in line with the Oregon state average. Mount Angel is a small community of 3,405 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Mount Angel's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,171 (11% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $403,000 (32% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 6.4x the median household income — a challenging ratio that puts homeownership out of reach for many residents.

The median household income in Mount Angel is $62,500, which is 17% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 22% 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 Mount Angel. The area sees an average annual temperature of 54.8°F, with summers averaging 68°F and winters around 43°F. Annual rainfall totals 39.6 inches spread over roughly 166 days.

Everyday prices in the Salem, 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.