Cost of Living in Sandy, OR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
161.5
100 = national avg
+61.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$71,064
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$167,969
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing198.6
Food128.1
Transportation156.2
Healthcare122.5
Utilities136.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,677
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,922
per month
The overall cost of living index in Sandy is 161.5, which is 61.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 198.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $71,064 per year to cover basic expenses.