Cost of Living in Coos County, Oregon
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Coos County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Coos County ranks #3,077 of 3,144 counties for affordability (bottom 2%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Coos County, Oregon
Coos County: Affordable Coastal Living
Coos County's rent-to-income ratio of 19.7% aligns with national averages despite median income of just $60,313—19% below the national median. Here, lower incomes match proportionally lower housing costs, creating genuine affordability for working-class families.
Coos Matches Oregon's Affordability Average
With a 19.7% rent-to-income ratio, Coos County sits right at Oregon's state average, making it a representative coastal county. Its $992 median rent is 13% below state average, reflecting demand patterns outside the Portland metro.
Coos Offers Affordable Coastal Alternative
Coos County's $992 rent undercuts all comparable counties except Baker ($814), while its $302,800 median home value is the lowest in this group. The south coast offers genuine affordability even as nearby Curry County rents reach $1,156.
Modest Costs for Working Families
Renters in Coos spend $992 monthly (19.7% of income), while homeowners pay $1,085—among the lowest absolute costs in Oregon. The county's affordability works for households earning modest incomes who prioritize financial stability.
Coos for Budget-First Movers
Coos County suits households where affordability is the primary concern, offering coastal living at the lowest absolute housing costs in Oregon's comparison group. Trade some urban amenities and job diversity for genuine financial breathing room in a tight budget.
Cost of Living Advisory: Coos County
Affordability Verdict
Coos County offers affordable rental housing at a median of $992/month — about 19.7% of the typical household income here.
Rent vs. Own
The median rent in Coos County is $992/month, while owner costs run $1,085/month. Renting saves approximately $93/month.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $39,680/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $46,500/year. With a median household income of $60,313, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 30.0% of renter households in Coos County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Coos County sits 9% more expensive than Morrow County ($910/month) in terms of median gross rent.
Affordability Calculator
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Rent Burden
19.7%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,407
per month
Owner Cost Burden
21.6%
of gross income
The median home in Coos County may be a stretch
Median home value is $302,800. Estimated monthly cost: $2,417 vs. your max of $1,407.
Rent Affordability Guide
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See Today's RatesData: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023) — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.
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