Cost of Living in Hillsboro, OR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
163.8
100 = national avg
+63.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$72,073
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$170,354
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing221.4
Food128.9
Transportation112.3
Healthcare123.1
Utilities141.6
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 Hillsboro is 163.8, which is 63.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 221.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $72,073 per year to cover basic expenses.