Cost of Living in Nehalem, OR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
124.0
100 = national avg
+24.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,540
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$128,912
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing157.3
Food103.1
Transportation106.2
Healthcare102.5
Utilities113.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,136
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,405
per month
The overall cost of living index in Nehalem is 124.0, which is 24.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 157.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,540 per year to cover basic expenses.