Cost of Living in Florence, OR
Population 9,483 · Oregon · Data vintage 2023
(100 = US avg)
Florence skews considerably older than the national median, with an average age of 60. Reported household income of $52,049 often reflects pension and investment income rather than wages, which makes the local tax picture — especially property tax treatment — a larger factor than in working-age cities.
Located 50 miles west of Eugene, Florence falls within that metro's commuting orbit. Median home values run roughly 24% lower than Eugene's $435,000.
Cost Overview
Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.
About the Cost of Living in Florence
The median home value in Florence is $331,100 — 9% above the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $1,172/month, 11% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $52,049/year is 30% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 5.7%, above the national average of 4.8%. Oregon's top state income tax rate is 9.9% and the combined sales tax is 0.0%. The climate averages highs of 59.7°F and lows of 46.4°F. Overall, Florence has a cost of living index of 101 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 1% more expensive.
Florence has limited residential data
Detailed housing and income data is limited for this location. Here are the nearest cities with full cost of living data:
🏠 Housing
HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom
💰 Estimated Monthly Budget
Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.
🛒 Food & Groceries
National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.
🚗 Transportation
Commute Mode
⚡ Utilities
📋 Taxes
💼 Income & Employment
🎓 Education
👥 Demographics
🌤 Climate
NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 54 | 54 | 55 | 57 | 61 | 64 | 66 | 67 | 67 | 63 | 57 | 53 |
| Low °F | 41 | 41 | 42 | 44 | 48 | 51 | 54 | 54 | 51 | 47 | 44 | 40 |
| Precip" | 9.43 | 6.99 | 7.49 | 5.40 | 2.95 | 1.55 | 0.35 | 0.42 | 1.55 | 4.24 | 8.30 | 10.47 |
| Snow" | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.2 |
💨 Air Quality
EPA AQS 2023 — county-level monitoring data
🏫 Schools
NCES CCD 2019 — public school district data
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost of living in Florence, OR?
Florence has a cost index of 101 (100 = national average). It is 1% above the national average.
What is average rent in Florence, OR?
The median gross rent in Florence is $1,172 per month based on 2023 Census data.
What is the average home price in Florence?
The median home value in Florence is $331,100 according to Zillow and Census data.
What is the median income in Florence?
The median household income in Florence is $52,049 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).
What is the sales tax in Florence, OR?
The combined state and local sales tax rate in Florence is 0.0%. The Oregon state income tax top rate is 9.9%.
Is Florence, OR affordable?
Florence is near the national average in terms of cost of living, with an index of 101 (100 = US average).
What is the weather like in Florence?
Florence has average high temperatures of 59.7°F and average lows of 46.4°F. Annual precipitation is 59.1". Average annual snowfall is 0.2". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.
Florence at a Glance
- Population
- 9,483
- Median Income
- $52,049
- Home Value
- $331,100
- Median Rent
- $1,172/mo
- Unemployment
- 5.7%
- Avg High Temp
- 59.7°F
- Sales Tax
- 0.0%
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