Cost of Living in Dayton, OR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
145.2
100 = national avg
+45.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$63,874
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$150,975
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing196.1
Food110.8
Transportation121.6
Healthcare108.6
Utilities125.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,677
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,922
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dayton is 145.2, which is 45.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 196.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $63,874 per year to cover basic expenses.