Cost of Living in Wasco County, OR

What does it cost to live in Wasco County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$61,316

Median Rent

$925/mo

Median Home

$298,200

Affordability

278

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,508
Property Tax$231
Insurance$99

Total Monthly$1,838
% of Income36%

Renting

Median Rent$925
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$950
% of Income18.1%

Living in Wasco County, Oregon

Wasco County has a median household income of $61,316 with housing costs that represent 36% of income for owners and 18.1% for renters. Housing costs exceed the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting affordability challenges.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.