Cost of Living in Independence, OR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
134.7
100 = national avg
+34.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$59,274
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$140,102
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing174.4
Food110.5
Transportation106.5
Healthcare108.4
Utilities121.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,201
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,560
per month
The overall cost of living index in Independence is 134.7, which is 34.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 174.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $59,274 per year to cover basic expenses.