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Dallas

Pop. 17,531·53rd most expensive in Oregon·Dallas rents have dropped 12.1%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,569/mo
Year-over-Year
-12.1%
Month-over-Month
-7.7%
vs US Median
-$393
Falling (Monthly)
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Dallas · $1,569
More affordable than 71% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
26% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,569/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$63,000/yr
Local median income
$71,549/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Dallas's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,060
1 BR
$1,100
2 BR
$1,420
3 BR
$1,980
4 BR+
$2,150
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,420/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,569 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

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$18,828/yr
At $1,569/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 12.1% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-12.1% YoY, -7.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Dallas, OR is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
17,531
Median income
$71,549
Median age
40.9
Renters
32.1%
Age distribution
18.7%
26.1%
21.8%
23%
Under 1818.7%
18–3426.1%
35–5421.8%
55–6410.4%
65+23%
Gender
47%
53%
Male47%
Female53%
Race & ethnicity
81.4%
White81.4%
Black1.4%
Hispanic11%
Other6%
Education (25+)
29.8%
39.3%
22.9%
No HS diploma8%
HS diploma29.8%
Some college39.3%
Bachelor's+22.9%
Housing tenure
67.9%
32.1%
Owner67.9%
Renter32.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Dallas, OR has changed in 5 years

Income
$60,511 → $71,549
up 18.2%
Population
16,663 → 17,531
up 5.2%
Renter share
31% → 32.1%
+1.1 pts
Bachelor's+
24.4% → 22.9%
-1.5 pts
Median age
42.3 → 40.9
-1.4 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $60,511 in 2021 to $71,549 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 16,663 to 17,531 between 2021 and 2024, a 5.2% change.

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By apartment size

Dallas rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Dallas, OR

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Dallas is $1,569/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,060/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,420/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,100/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,980/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($71,549/yr), Dallas ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 12.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Dallas an affordable city for renters?

Dallas is considered affordable for renters. At $1,569/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($71,549/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Dallas falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Dallas?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $63,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,569/mo in Dallas. The local median household income is $71,549/yr, meaning the typical Dallas household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Dallas?

Rent in Dallas has decreased 12.1% over the past year as of August 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Dallas rent compare to other cities in Oregon?

Dallas is one of the more affordable cities in Oregon for rent, ranking #53 out of 64 tracked cities at $1,569/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Dallas?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Dallas ($1,569/mo): Monmouth ($1,473/mo), Keizer ($1,563/mo).

What percentage of Dallas residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32.1% of Dallas households are renters, while 67.9% are owner-occupied. Dallas leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Dallas rent compare to the national average?

Dallas's median rent of $1,569/mo is $393 (20%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Oregon, it ranks #53 out of 64 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,569/mo, rent takes ~26% of Dallas's median household income ($71,549/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Dallas 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.75–9.9%
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