Cost of Living in La Grande, OR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
99.8
100 = national avg
-0.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,928
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$103,829
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing116.1
Food93.1
Transportation86.2
Healthcare94.5
Utilities99.1
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 La Grande is 99.8, which is 0.2% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 116.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,928 per year to cover basic expenses.