Cost of Living in Melrose, OR

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32%
Overall NAT. AVG.
4%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
95%
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 Melrose Oregon National
Cost of living132111100
Groceries104104100
Health care107105100
Housing195124100
Transportation107106100
Utilities105106100
Lifestyle & Entertainment108107100
Household Items103104100
Education & Childcare106109100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Melrose is 19% higher than the Oregon average
  • The cost of living in Melrose is 32% higher than the national average
  • Melrose housing is 95% 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)
      Owners$122,482$10,207$2,858$3,675
      Renters$0$0$0$0

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      Oregon Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Oregon 4.75% 9.9%

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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.
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