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Ashland

Pop. 21,259·13th most expensive in Oregon·Rental market data updated monthly for Ashland, OR
Median rent (all units)
$1,971/mo
Year-over-Year
-4.0%
Month-over-Month
+4.8%
vs US Median
+$6
Rising (Monthly)
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Ashland · $1,971
More expensive than 57% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
60/100
Good value
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Rents are 5% below what Ashland's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,971/mo
Expected by trend
$2,077/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,070
1 BR
$1,220
2 BR
$1,560
3 BR
$2,190
4 BR+
$2,580
Research median
$1,560/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$23,652/yr
At $1,971/mo median
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Rents are climbing (4.0% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (-4.0% YoY, +4.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Ashland, OR is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, 66.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
21,259
Median income
$68,028
Median age
47.7
Renters
48.4%
Age distribution
12.3%
23.5%
22.5%
29.9%
Under 1812.3%
18–3423.5%
35–5422.5%
55–6411.8%
65+29.9%
Gender
47.2%
52.8%
Male47.2%
Female52.8%
Race & ethnicity
86.9%
White86.9%
Hispanic8.7%
Asian1.6%
Other2.7%
Education (25+)
21.5%
66.2%
No HS diploma3.3%
HS diploma9%
Some college21.5%
Bachelor's+66.2%
Housing tenure
51.6%
48.4%
Owner51.6%
Renter48.4%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2022 vs 2026

How Ashland, OR has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,786 → $1,971
up 10.4%
Income
$63,641 → $68,028
up 6.9%
Population
21,348 → 21,259
down 0.4%
Renter share
44.1% → 48.4%
+4.3 pts
Bachelor's+
63.2% → 66.2%
+3.0 pts

Since 2022, the typical rent in Ashland, OR has climbed from $1,786 to $1,971, a 10.4% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $63,641 to $68,028 across the same window, up 6.9% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. Renters now make up 48.4% of households, compared with 44.1% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 66.2% of adults here, versus 63.2% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Ashland, OR look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Ashland rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Ashland. Click any size for full breakdown.

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About renting in Ashland, OR

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Ashland is $1,971/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,070/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,560/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,220/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,190/mo.

At 35% of local median household income ($68,028/yr), Ashland ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 4.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Ashland an affordable city for renters?

Ashland is considered moderate for renters. At $1,971/mo, rent takes approximately 35% of the local median household income ($68,028/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Ashland slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Ashland?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $79,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,971/mo in Ashland. The local median household income is $68,028/yr, meaning the typical Ashland household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Ashland?

Rent in Ashland has decreased 4.0% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Ashland rent compare to other cities in Oregon?

Ashland is one of the pricier cities in Oregon for rent, ranking #13 out of 65 tracked cities at $1,971/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Ashland?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Ashland ($1,971/mo): Klamath Falls ($1,257/mo), Rogue River ($1,700/mo), Medford ($1,721/mo).

What percentage of Ashland residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 48.4% of Ashland households are renters, while 51.6% are owner-occupied. Ashland leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Ashland rent compare to the national average?

Ashland's median rent of $1,971/mo is $6 (0%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Oregon, it ranks #13 out of 65 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
35%
MODERATE

At $1,971/mo, rent takes ~35% of Ashland's median household income ($68,028/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Ashland 35%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.75–9.9%
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