Cost of Living in Lafayette, OR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
139.4
100 = national avg
+39.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$61,358
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$145,027
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing149.6
Food123.7
Transportation147.4
Healthcare119.0
Utilities124.1
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 Lafayette is 139.4, which is 39.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 149.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $61,358 per year to cover basic expenses.