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Astoria

Pop. 10,109·43rd most expensive in Oregon·Astoria rents are up 14.0% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,644/mo
Year-over-Year
+14.0%
Month-over-Month
+3.2%
vs US Median
-$318
Rising (Monthly)
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Astoria · $1,644
More affordable than 66% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
29% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,644/mo, rent takes about 29% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$66,000/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
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,370/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,644 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$19,728/yr
At $1,644/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 14.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+14.0% YoY, +3.2% 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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At $1,644/mo, how Astoria rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Astoria is $1,644/mo as of August 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 29% of local median household income ($68,007/yr), Astoria ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 14.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Astoria an affordable city for renters?

Astoria is considered affordable for renters. At $1,644/mo, rent takes approximately 29% 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 $66,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,644/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 14.0% over the past year as of August 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 #43 out of 64 tracked cities at $1,644/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Astoria?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Astoria ($1,644/mo): Longview ($1,284/mo), Chehalis ($1,518/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.

How does Astoria rent compare to the national average?

Astoria's median rent of $1,644/mo is $318 (16%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Oregon, it ranks #43 out of 64 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,644/mo, rent takes ~29% of Astoria's median household income ($68,007/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Astoria 29%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.75–9.9%
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