Cost of Living in Tillamook, OR

With a cost of living index of 92, Tillamook, OR is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 8% cheaper than the national average and 14% below the Oregon state average of 106. Tillamook is a smaller community of 5,229 residents, where everyday costs can differ substantially from nearby larger cities.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Tillamook's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,098 (17% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $272,300 (11% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.7x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Tillamook is $57,604, which is 23% 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 Tillamook. The area sees an average annual temperature of 52.9°F, with summers averaging 65°F and winters around 42°F. Annual rainfall totals 37.6 inches spread over roughly 158 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.