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Central Point

Pop. 19,216·18th most expensive in Oregon·Central Point rents are up 8.4% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,920/mo
Year-over-Year
+8.4%
Month-over-Month
-5.6%
vs US Median
-$42
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Central Point · $1,920
More expensive than 53% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
27% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,920/mo, rent takes about 27% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$77,000/yr
Local median income
$86,058/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Central Point's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
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
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,560/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,920 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
$23,040/yr
At $1,920/mo median
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Rents are softening (up only 8.4% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (+8.4% YoY, -5.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Central Point, OR is majority owner-occupied, 28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
19,216
Median income
$86,058
Median age
41.7
Renters
32.8%
Age distribution
22.8%
17.3%
26.4%
13.6%
19.9%
Under 1822.8%
18–3417.3%
35–5426.4%
55–6413.6%
65+19.9%
Gender
48.3%
51.7%
Male48.3%
Female51.7%
Race & ethnicity
81.9%
17.5%
White81.9%
Black0.8%
Hispanic17.5%
Asian1.4%
Education (25+)
23.2%
40.7%
28.4%
No HS diploma7.7%
HS diploma23.2%
Some college40.7%
Bachelor's+28.4%
Housing tenure
67.2%
32.8%
Owner67.2%
Renter32.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Central Point, OR has changed in 5 years

Income
$73,534 → $86,058
up 17.0%
Population
18,948 → 19,216
up 1.4%
Renter share
30.5% → 32.8%
+2.3 pts
Bachelor's+
23% → 28.4%
+5.4 pts
Median age
39.7 → 41.7
+2.0 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $73,534 in 2021 to $86,058 more recently. The population has grown by 1.4% since 2021, moving from about 18,948 residents to roughly 19,216. Renters now make up 32.8% of households, compared with 30.5% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 28.4% of adults here, versus 23% in 2021.

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By apartment size

Central Point rent by bedroom count

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Central Point is $1,920/mo as of August 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 27% of local median household income ($86,058/yr), Central Point ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Central Point an affordable city for renters?

Central Point is considered affordable for renters. At $1,920/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($86,058/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Central Point falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Central Point?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $77,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,920/mo in Central Point. The local median household income is $86,058/yr, meaning the typical Central Point household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Central Point?

Rent in Central Point has increased 8.4% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Central Point rent compare to other cities in Oregon?

Central Point is one of the pricier cities in Oregon for rent, ranking #18 out of 64 tracked cities at $1,920/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Central Point?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Central Point ($1,920/mo): Grants Pass ($1,621/mo), Medford ($1,687/mo), Rogue River ($1,700/mo).

What percentage of Central Point residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32.8% of Central Point households are renters, while 67.2% are owner-occupied. Central Point leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Central Point rent compare to the national average?

Central Point's median rent of $1,920/mo is $42 (2%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Oregon, it ranks #18 out of 64 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
27%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,920/mo, rent takes ~27% of Central Point's median household income ($86,058/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Central Point 27%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.75–9.9%
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