Cost of Living in Ashland, OR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
139.6
100 = national avg
+39.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$61,428
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$145,194
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing207.5
Food104.9
Transportation79.8
Healthcare103.9
Utilities124.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,229
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,530
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ashland is 139.6, which is 39.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 207.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $61,428 per year to cover basic expenses.