Cost of Living in Paisley, OR

With a cost of living index of 66, Paisley, OR is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 34% cheaper than the national average and 40% below the Oregon state average of 106. Paisley is a small community of 271 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Paisley's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $394 (70% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $212,500 (30% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.3x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Paisley is $50,000, which is 33% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 9% 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 Paisley. The area sees an average annual temperature of 44.9°F, with summers averaging 64°F and winters around 27°F. Annual rainfall totals 10.4 inches spread over roughly 98 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

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.