Cost of Living in Bend, OR
Population: 101,472 • 2026 Data
$88,792
Median Household Income
+15% vs national
$1,767
Median Monthly Rent
+31% vs national
$646,800
Median Home Value
+91% vs national
3.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Bend
The median home value in Bend, OR is $646,800. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,767, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,766.
Rent-to-income ratio: 23.9%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Bend, OR is $88,792. The unemployment rate stands at 3.7%, with a labor force of 56,644 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.