Cost of Living in Elgin, OR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
94.5
100 = national avg
-5.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,578
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$98,276
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing101.7
Food91.1
Transportation94.2
Healthcare92.9
Utilities95.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$980
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,222
per month
The overall cost of living index in Elgin is 94.5, which is 5.5% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 101.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,578 per year to cover basic expenses.