Cost of Living in The Dalles, OR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
108.9
100 = national avg
+8.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$47,924
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$113,276
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing128.9
Food98.0
Transportation96.0
Healthcare98.4
Utilities104.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,289
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,600
per month
The overall cost of living index in The Dalles is 108.9, which is 8.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 128.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $47,924 per year to cover basic expenses.