Cost of Living in Brookings, OR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
128.3
100 = national avg
+28.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,456
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$133,442
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing161.9
Food106.1
Transportation112.2
Healthcare104.9
Utilities116.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,067
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,400
per month
The overall cost of living index in Brookings is 128.3, which is 28.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 161.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,456 per year to cover basic expenses.