Cost of Living in Tillamook County, Oregon
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Tillamook County Compares
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Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Tillamook County ranks #2,235 of 3,144 counties for affordability (bottom 29%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Tillamook County, Oregon
Tillamook's coastal premium strains budgets
Tillamook County's 21.1% rent-to-income ratio exceeds the national average and Oregon's state average of 19.4%, reflecting coastal housing pressure. The median household income of $66,551 falls 11% below the national median, meaning residents pay a higher proportion of lower earnings toward rent.
Oregon's coast carries housing premium
At 21.1%, Tillamook County ranks among Oregon's least affordable counties for renters, exceeding the state average by nearly 2 percentage points. The $1,169 median rent reflects coastal demand, positioning Tillamook between rural and Portland-area prices.
Tillamook's coast commands pricing power
Tillamook's $1,169 rent undercuts Portland's $1,582 but exceeds most eastern Oregon counties, with the 21.1% rent-to-income ratio matching or exceeding Morrow (15.6%), Wallowa (15.7%), and Umatilla (16.7%). Coastal access here translates to housing premium that neighbors lack.
Coastal living's financial reality
Tillamook renters spend $1,169 monthly while homeowners pay $1,211, with the median home value of $408,600 reflecting desirable coastal property. At 21.1% of income going to rent, housing consumes a notably large share of household budgets.
Tillamook values coastal charm carefully
Tillamook County's coastal location drives housing costs that exceed rural Oregon significantly, making it best suited for those prioritizing beaches and nature over budget affordability. With a 21.1% rent-to-income ratio, you'll dedicate roughly one-fifth of earnings to rent—a meaningful commitment that assumes stable income.
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Affordability Verdict
Tillamook County is affordable for renters, with a median gross rent of $1,169/month representing approximately 21.1% of median household income. The rent burden (GRAPI) stands at 26.0%.
Rent vs. Own
The median rent in Tillamook County is $1,169/month, while owner costs run $1,211/month. Renting saves approximately $42/month.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $46,760/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $51,900/year. With a median household income of $66,551, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 26.0% of renter households in Tillamook County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Within Oregon, Tillamook County is less affordable than Columbia County by roughly 4% ($1,169/mo vs $1,221/mo).
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Rent Burden
21.1%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,553
per month
Owner Cost Burden
21.8%
of gross income
The median home in Tillamook County may be a stretch
Median home value is $408,600. Estimated monthly cost: $3,262 vs. your max of $1,553.
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Based on the 30% rule for rent and 28% rule for housing costs (mortgage + owner costs). Mortgage estimate assumes 20% down, 7.2% interest, 30-year fixed.
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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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