Cost of Living in Clatsop County, Oregon

$1,130/mo

Median Monthly Rent

$437,800

Median Home Value

1% below state averageUnaffordable

At a Glance

Median Monthly Rent

$1,130/mo

1% below state average

Median Home Value

$437,800

55% above national

Rent-to-Income Ratio

29.0%

% of income spent on rent

Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)

Affordability Rating

Unaffordable

Rent over 50% of income

How Clatsop County Compares

Median monthly rent comparison

Clatsop County$1,130/mo

Oregon Average$1,137/mo

National Median$1,163/mo

Detailed Housing Stats

$1,130/mo

Median Gross Rent

$437,800

Median Home Value

$1,303/mo

Monthly Owner Cost

29.0%

Rent-to-Income Ratio

Data Story

About Cost of Living in Clatsop County, Oregon

Clatsop County: Slightly Above National Average

Clatsop County's rent-to-income ratio of 19.7% sits just barely above Oregon's state average (19.4%) and matches national affordability trends closely. With median income of $68,705 (8% below national average), residents are paying proportional housing costs.

Clatsop Sits Right at Oregon's Affordability Middle

At 19.7%, Clatsop County's rent-to-income ratio is virtually identical to Oregon's state average, making it a median-affordability county. Its $1,130 median rent is just $7 below the state average, reflecting typical Oregon housing market pressures.

Coastal County Priced Below Urban Neighbors

Clatsop's $1,130 rent is lower than Benton ($1,359), Columbia ($1,221), and Clackamas ($1,693), offering coastal living at a discount. Yet homes here average $437,800—higher than inland Baker ($247,700) and Coos ($302,800) counties.

Balanced Between Rent and Ownership Costs

Renters in Clatsop spend $1,130 monthly (19.7% of income), while homeowners pay $1,303, both moderate for Oregon standards. The $437,800 median home value offers a middle ground between rural and suburban Oregon markets.

Clatsop for Balanced Coastal Living

Clatsop County suits those seeking a small-town coastal lifestyle without extreme affordability pressures—it's affordable compared to Portland suburbs but pricier than inland rural counties. If beach access and community feel matter as much as housing costs, Clatsop delivers solid value.

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See how your income compares to housing costs in Clatsop County

Your Annual Household Income

Rent Burden

19.7%

of gross income

Max Housing (28% Rule)

$1,603

per month

Owner Cost Burden

22.8%

of gross income

The median home in Clatsop County may be a stretch

Median home value is $437,800. Estimated monthly cost: $3,495 vs. your max of $1,603.

Rent Affordability Guide

Your rent-to-income ratio19.7%

Recommended max30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Clatsop County, Oregon?

Clatsop County, Oregon has a median monthly rent of $1,130/mo and a median home value of $437,800. The affordability rating is Unaffordable, with rent making up approximately 29.0% of median household income.

What is the median rent in Clatsop County?

The median gross rent in Clatsop County is $1,130/mo. This is 1% below state average for Oregon.

Is Clatsop County affordable?

Clatsop County is rated Unaffordable based on rent-to-income ratio of 29.0%. Spending over 50% of income on rent is generally considered unaffordable.

How does Clatsop County's rent compare to the state average?

Clatsop County's median rent of $1,130/mo is 1% below state average of $1,137/mo for Oregon.

What is the median home value in Clatsop County?

The median home value in Clatsop County, Oregon is $437,800. This is 55% above the national median home value of $281,900.