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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Gladstone, OR is $1,747. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Gladstone cheaper than other Oregon cities?

Gladstone falls in the middle range for Oregon, ranking #33 out of 65 cities at $1,747/mo.

When was Gladstone rent data last updated?

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

City Report · OR

Gladstone

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Pop. 11,977·33rd most expensive in Oregon·Rental market data updated monthly for Gladstone, OR

Median rent (all units)

$1,747/mo

Year-over-Year

-4.4%

Month-over-Month

+2.8%

vs US Median

-$218

Rising (Monthly)

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Gladstone · $1,747

More affordable than 58% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

23% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,747/mo, rent takes about 23% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$70,000/yr

Local median income

$91,250/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,680

1 BR

$1,810

2 BR

$2,060

3 BR

$2,830

4 BR+

$3,320

Research median

$2,060/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

$20,964/yr

At $1,747/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (-4.4% YoY, +2.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Gladstone, OR is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

11,977

Median income

$91,250

Median age

44.8

Renters

35.4%

Age distribution

16.5%

21.8%

26.4%

16.9%

18.5%

Under 1816.5%

18–3421.8%

35–5426.4%

55–6416.9%

65+18.5%

Gender

51.8%

48.2%

Male51.8%

Female48.2%

Race & ethnicity

78.7%

White78.7%

Black1.3%

Hispanic10.5%

Asian1.5%

Other8%

Education (25+)

25%

40.5%

25.8%

No HS diploma8.8%

HS diploma25%

Some college40.5%

Bachelor's+25.8%

Housing tenure

64.6%

35.4%

Owner64.6%

Renter35.4%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Gladstone, OR has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,689 → $1,747

up 3.4%

Income

$83,214 → $91,250

up 9.7%

Population

12,017 → 11,977

down 0.3%

Renter share

36.9% → 35.4%

-1.5 pts

Bachelor's+

26.1% → 25.8%

-0.3 pts

Median age

39.6 → 44.8

+5.2 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Gladstone, OR paid around $1,689 a month. That figure now sits near $1,747, up 3.4% from the 2023 baseline. Census figures show median household income at $91,250 today, compared with $83,214 five years earlier. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. The renter share has eased from 36.9% to 35.4%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2023.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Gladstone on your salary?

At $1,747/mo, how Gladstone rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $98,259/yr · Rent = 21.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $69,763/yr · Rent = 30.1% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $80,361/yr · Rent = 26.1% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $143,634/yr · Rent = 14.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $183,529/yr · Rent = 11.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $65,322/yr · Rent = 32.1% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $58,978/yr · Rent = 35.5% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $72,696/yr · Rent = 28.8% income

affordable

By apartment size

Gladstone rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Gladstone, OR

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Gladstone is $1,747/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,680/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,060/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,810/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,830/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($91,250/yr), Gladstone ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 4.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Gladstone an affordable city for renters?

Gladstone is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,747/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($91,250/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Gladstone falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Gladstone?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $70,000/year (~$34/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,747/mo in Gladstone. The local median household income is $91,250/yr, meaning the typical Gladstone household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Gladstone?

Rent in Gladstone has decreased 4.4% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Gladstone rent compare to other cities in Oregon?

Gladstone is middle-of-the-pack for Oregon for rent, ranking #33 out of 65 tracked cities at $1,747/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Gladstone?

Milwaukie is nearby and more affordable at $1,691/mo, which is $56 less than Gladstone.

What percentage of Gladstone residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35.4% of Gladstone households are renters, while 64.6% are owner-occupied. Gladstone leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Gladstone rent compare to the national average?

Gladstone's median rent of $1,747/mo is $218 (11%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Oregon, it ranks #33 out of 65 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

23%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,747/mo, rent takes ~23% of Gladstone's median household income ($91,250/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Gladstone 23%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.75–9.9%

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