Cost of Living in Waterloo, OR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
103.6
100 = national avg
+3.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,585
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$107,746
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing117.0
Food97.0
Transportation93.9
Healthcare97.6
Utilities101.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,236
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,500
per month
The overall cost of living index in Waterloo is 103.6, which is 3.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 117.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,585 per year to cover basic expenses.