Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
29% cheaper
Jackson is 29% more affordable than Eugene. A $75,000 salary in Eugene is equivalent to $53,478 in Jackson.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Eugene has a housing index of 130 while Jackson sits at 56 (national average = 100). The median home in Eugene costs $380,000 compared to $125,000 in Jackson, a difference of $255,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,400 in Eugene versus $900 in Jackson.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Eugene scores 103 while Jackson scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Eugene (106) are higher than Jackson (88).
Median household income in Eugene is $49,448 compared to $36,528 in Jackson. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Jackson.
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