Cost of Living in Port Orford, OR

With a cost of living index of 86, Port Orford, OR is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 14% cheaper than the national average and 21% below the Oregon state average of 106. Port Orford is a small community of 983 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Port Orford's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $950 (28% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $247,500 (19% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 7.3x the median household income — a challenging ratio that puts homeownership out of reach for many residents.

The median household income in Port Orford is $34,122, which is 55% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 33% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened. 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 Port Orford. The area sees an average annual temperature of 50.4°F, with summers averaging 57°F and winters around 44°F. Annual rainfall totals 65.3 inches spread over roughly 181 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.