Cost of Living in Merrill, OR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
83.8
100 = national avg
-16.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,888
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$87,189
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing83.8
Food88.6
Transportation77.1
Healthcare90.9
Utilities89.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$958
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,247
per month
The overall cost of living index in Merrill is 83.8, which is 16.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 83.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,888 per year to cover basic expenses.