Cost of Living in Grant County, Oregon
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Grant County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Grant County ranks #314 of 3,144 counties for affordability (top 10%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Grant County, Oregon
Grant County's rental bargain beats the nation
Grant County renters enjoy one of Oregon's best affordability rates, spending just 16.9% of their income on housing—well below both the state average of 19.4% and national norms. With median rent of only $840/month and household income of $59,800, housing costs remain remarkably manageable in this remote county.
Oregon's most affordable rental market
Grant County's 16.9% rent-to-income ratio is among the lowest in Oregon, beating the state average by more than 2 percentage points. Renters here enjoy rents $297 cheaper than Oregon's median, making it the state's most affordable county for those seeking rental housing.
The cheapest rents in eastern Oregon
Grant County's $840 monthly rent vastly undercuts all regional neighbors—$244 less than Gilliam, $517 less than Jefferson, and $834 less than Deschutes. This makes Grant the clear affordability champion for renters willing to embrace its rural, remote location.
Housing costs leave room in the budget
Grant County households earning $59,800 annually spend $840 on rent (16.9% of income) or $735 on owner costs (14.8% of income). Both tenure types consume less than one-fifth of gross income, offering financial breathing room rare in today's housing market.
Remote Oregon for those prioritizing affordability
If keeping housing costs as low as possible tops your relocation priorities, Grant County is Oregon's answer at just $840/month for rent. The trade-off is remoteness and limited economic opportunities, so weigh the affordability advantage carefully against your job and lifestyle needs.
Cost of Living Advisory: Grant County
Affordability Verdict
For renters in Grant County, the market is affordable. Expect to pay around $840/month in gross rent, with 20.0% of renter households considered cost-burdened.
Rent vs. Own
The median rent in Grant County is $840/month, while owner costs run $735/month. Owning saves approximately $105/month.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $33,600/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $31,500/year. With a median household income of $59,800, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 20.0% of renter households in Grant County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Compared to Wheeler County where rent averages $782/month, Grant County is approximately 7% more expensive.
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Rent Burden
16.9%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,395
per month
Owner Cost Burden
14.7%
of gross income
The median home in Grant County may be a stretch
Median home value is $225,100. Estimated monthly cost: $1,797 vs. your max of $1,395.
Rent Affordability Guide
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