Cost of Living in Bend, OR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
167.4
100 = national avg
+67.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$73,666
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$174,119
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing239.2
Food117.9
Transportation135.7
Healthcare114.3
Utilities138.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,371
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,784
per month
The overall cost of living index in Bend is 167.4, which is 67.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 239.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $73,666 per year to cover basic expenses.