Cost of Living in Selma, OR

With a cost of living index of 95, Selma, OR is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 5% cheaper than the national average and 12% below the Oregon state average of 106. Selma is a small community of 654 residents.

The median household income in Selma is $44,161, which is 41% lower than the national median of $75,149. 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 Selma. The area sees an average annual temperature of 48.9°F, with summers averaging 62°F and winters around 38°F. Annual rainfall totals 40.7 inches spread over roughly 126 days.

Everyday prices in the Grants Pass, 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.