Cheapest Places to Live in Oregon (2026)
Looking for the most affordable cities in Oregon? We ranked 8 Oregon cities by median home value. The cheapest is Klamath Falls (~$275,000); the Oregon median is $459,500.
Most affordable cities in Oregon
Ranked by median home value, lowest first:
| # | City | Median home value | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Klamath Falls | $275,000 | $221 |
| 2 | Grants Pass | $396,000 | $268 |
| 3 | Salem | $454,500 | $272 |
| 4 | Beaverton | $486,500 | $288 |
| 5 | Eugene | $519,000 | $310 |
| 6 | Lincoln City | $524,000 | $383 |
| 7 | Portland | $547,500 | $318 |
| 8 | Bend | $699,500 | $410 |
Most expensive cities in Oregon
The priciest Oregon markets by median home value:
| # | City | Median home value | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bend | $699,500 | $410 |
| 2 | Portland | $547,500 | $318 |
| 3 | Lincoln City | $524,000 | $383 |
| 4 | Eugene | $519,000 | $310 |
| 5 | Beaverton | $486,500 | $288 |
| 6 | Salem | $454,500 | $272 |
| 7 | Grants Pass | $396,000 | $268 |
| 8 | Klamath Falls | $275,000 | $221 |
How we rank Oregon cities
Rankings use the typical (median) home value for each city from public market data (Realtor.com & Zillow research). Affordability also depends on incomes, taxes, and cost of living — see each city page for local detail. Directional estimates, not appraisals.
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Oregon affordability: FAQ
What is the cheapest place to live in Oregon? +
Based on median home value, Klamath Falls is among the most affordable cities in Oregon, with a typical home around $275,000 — well below the Oregon median of $459,500.
What is the most expensive city in Oregon? +
By median home value, Bend is among the priciest in Oregon, with a typical home around $699,500.
Is Oregon an affordable place to live? +
The median home value in Oregon is about $459,500 (59% more expensive than the U.S. median of $289,000), but prices vary widely by city — from around $275,000 to $699,500.