Cost of Living in Monroe, OR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
113.7
100 = national avg
+13.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,042
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$118,282
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing134.4
Food101.1
Transportation102.2
Healthcare100.9
Utilities107.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,290
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,622
per month
The overall cost of living index in Monroe is 113.7, which is 13.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 134.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,042 per year to cover basic expenses.