Cost of Living in Philomath, OR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
136.6
100 = national avg
+36.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$60,120
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$142,103
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing171.3
Food113.7
Transportation114.5
Healthcare111.0
Utilities122.5
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 Philomath is 136.6, which is 36.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 171.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $60,120 per year to cover basic expenses.