Cost of Living in Medford, OR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
123.2
100 = national avg
+23.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,214
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$128,142
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing163.1
Food103.9
Transportation83.9
Healthcare103.1
Utilities114.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,229
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,530
per month
The overall cost of living index in Medford is 123.2, which is 23.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 163.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,214 per year to cover basic expenses.