How much does it cost to rent in Astoria, OR?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Astoria, OR is $1,593. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Astoria cheaper than other Oregon cities?

Astoria is among the more affordable cities in Oregon, ranking #55 out of 65 cities at $1,593/mo.

When was Astoria rent data last updated?

Astoria rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Astoria

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Pop. 10,109·55th most expensive in Oregon·Astoria rents are up 11.6% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,593/mo

Year-over-Year

+11.6%

Month-over-Month

-11.0%

vs US Median

-$372

Falling (Monthly)

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Astoria · $1,593

More affordable than 70% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

28% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,593/mo, rent takes about 28% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$64,000/yr

Local median income

$68,007/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Astoria's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,010

1 BR

$1,040

2 BR

$1,370

3 BR

$1,840

4 BR+

$2,300

Research median

$1,370/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

$19,116/yr

At $1,593/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 11.6% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+11.6% YoY, -11.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Astoria, OR is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, 31.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

10,109

Median income

$68,007

Median age

40.3

Renters

46.4%

Age distribution

19.1%

22.8%

22.7%

14.1%

21.3%

Under 1819.1%

18–3422.8%

35–5422.7%

55–6414.1%

65+21.3%

Gender

49.9%

50.1%

Male49.9%

Female50.1%

Race & ethnicity

81.1%

15.7%

White81.1%

Black0.6%

Hispanic15.7%

Asian1.1%

Other1.4%

Education (25+)

20.9%

39.4%

31.3%

No HS diploma8.3%

HS diploma20.9%

Some college39.4%

Bachelor's+31.3%

Housing tenure

53.6%

46.4%

Owner53.6%

Renter46.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Astoria, OR has changed in 5 years

Income

$58,709 → $68,007

up 15.8%

Population

10,166 → 10,109

down 0.6%

Renter share

49.2% → 46.4%

-2.8 pts

Bachelor's+

30% → 31.3%

+1.3 pts

Median age

41.8 → 40.3

-1.5 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $58,709 in 2021 to $68,007 more recently. Renters now make up 46.4% of households, compared with 49.2% five years ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Astoria on your salary?

At $1,593/mo, how Astoria rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $98,259/yr · Rent = 19.5% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $69,763/yr · Rent = 27.4% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $80,361/yr · Rent = 23.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $143,634/yr · Rent = 13.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $183,529/yr · Rent = 10.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $65,322/yr · Rent = 29.3% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $58,978/yr · Rent = 32.4% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $72,696/yr · Rent = 26.3% income

affordable

By apartment size

Astoria rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Astoria, OR

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Astoria is $1,593/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,010/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,370/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,040/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,840/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($68,007/yr), Astoria ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 11.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Astoria an affordable city for renters?

Astoria is considered affordable for renters. At $1,593/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($68,007/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Astoria falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Astoria?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $64,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,593/mo in Astoria. The local median household income is $68,007/yr, meaning the typical Astoria household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Astoria?

Rent in Astoria has increased 11.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Astoria rent compare to other cities in Oregon?

Astoria is one of the more affordable cities in Oregon for rent, ranking #55 out of 65 tracked cities at $1,593/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Astoria?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Astoria ($1,593/mo): Longview ($1,296/mo), Chehalis ($1,475/mo), Seaside ($1,523/mo).

What percentage of Astoria residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 46.4% of Astoria households are renters, while 53.6% are owner-occupied. Astoria leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.