Cost of Living in Wasco, OR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
101.4
100 = national avg
+1.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$44,635
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$105,501
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing113.9
Food95.9
Transportation91.7
Healthcare96.7
Utilities100.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,026
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,346
per month
The overall cost of living index in Wasco is 101.4, which is 1.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 113.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $44,635 per year to cover basic expenses.