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32%
Overall NAT. AVG.
2%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
90%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Cal Young Eugene Oregon
Cost of living132119111
Groceries102102104
Health care109109105
Housing190148124
Transportation105105106
Utilities106106106
Lifestyle & Entertainment112112107
Household Items102102104
Education & Childcare119119109
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Cal Young is 19% higher than the Eugene average
  • The cost of living in Cal Young is 32% higher than the national average
  • Cal Young housing is 90% higher than the national average
  • Oregon general sales tax is 100% lower than the national average
  • Oregon state income tax is 83% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Household$105,397$8,783$2,459$3,162

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.