
The cost of living in this region is notably lower than the national average, encompassing everyday goods, housing, utilities, transportation and health care expenses.
A large portion of amenities are not ideally situated within walking distance, potentially requiring residents to utilize a vehicle or public transportation.
Low income levels and high unemployment rates results in a low score in the employment category. It could prove difficult to find well-paying employment in this area.
| Statistic | Granite | Oregon | National |
| Average one way commute | n/a | 23min | 26min |
| Workers who drive to work | 0.0% | 71.4% | 76.4% |
| Workers who carpool | 0.0% | 10.3% | 9.3% |
| Workers who take public transit | 0.0% | 4.4% | 5.1% |
| Workers who bicycle | 0.0% | 2.4% | 0.6% |
| Workers who walk | 0.0% | 3.9% | 2.8% |
| Working from home | 100.0% | 6.4% | 4.6% |