Cost of Living in St. Paul, OR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
170.4
100 = national avg
+70.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$74,955
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$177,166
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing202.7
Food136.4
Transportation172.7
Healthcare129.1
Utilities142.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,201
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,560
per month
The overall cost of living index in St. Paul is 170.4, which is 70.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 202.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $74,955 per year to cover basic expenses.