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Hood River

Pop. 8,361·1st most expensive in Oregon·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,825/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-19.8%
vs US Median
+$863
Falling (Monthly)
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Hood River · $2,825
More expensive than 87% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
40% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,825/mo, rent takes about 40% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$113,000/yr
Local median income
$85,647/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Hood River's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,320
1 BR
$1,460
2 BR
$1,920
3 BR
$2,690
4 BR+
$3,220
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,920/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,825 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
$33,900/yr
At $2,825/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -19.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Hood River, OR is roughly split between renters and owners, 54.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
8,361
Median income
$85,647
Median age
38.2
Renters
47.1%
Age distribution
22.4%
21.9%
28.1%
16.3%
Under 1822.4%
18–3421.9%
35–5428.1%
55–6411.4%
65+16.3%
Gender
48.6%
51.4%
Male48.6%
Female51.4%
Race & ethnicity
69.3%
23.1%
White69.3%
Black1.4%
Hispanic23.1%
Asian1.2%
Other5%
Education (25+)
14.2%
21.3%
54.2%
No HS diploma10.3%
HS diploma14.2%
Some college21.3%
Bachelor's+54.2%
Housing tenure
52.9%
47.1%
Owner52.9%
Renter47.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Hood River, OR has changed in 5 years

Income
$69,429 → $85,647
up 23.4%
Population
8,210 → 8,361
up 1.8%
Renter share
46.5% → 47.1%
+0.6 pts
Bachelor's+
46.2% → 54.2%
+8.0 pts
Median age
36.3 → 38.2
+1.9 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $69,429 to $85,647 across the same window, up 23.4% versus 2021. The population has grown by 1.8% since 2021, moving from about 8,210 residents to roughly 8,361. College-educated residents now make up 54.2% of adults here, versus 46.2% in 2021.

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By apartment size

Hood River rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Hood River, OR

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Hood River is $2,825/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,320/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,920/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,460/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,690/mo.

At 40% of local median household income ($85,647/yr), Hood River ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hood River an affordable city for renters?

Hood River is considered moderate for renters. At $2,825/mo, rent takes approximately 40% of the local median household income ($85,647/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hood River slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Hood River?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $113,000/year (~$54/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,825/mo in Hood River. The local median household income is $85,647/yr, meaning the typical Hood River household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hood River?

Rent in Hood River has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of August 2026.

How does Hood River rent compare to other cities in Oregon?

Hood River is one of the pricier cities in Oregon for rent, ranking #1 out of 64 tracked cities at $2,825/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hood River?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Hood River ($2,825/mo): The Dalles ($1,625/mo), Washougal ($2,056/mo), Sandy ($2,184/mo).

What percentage of Hood River residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 47.1% of Hood River households are renters, while 52.9% are owner-occupied. Hood River leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Hood River rent compare to the national average?

Hood River's median rent of $2,825/mo is $863 (44%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Oregon, it ranks #1 out of 64 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
40%
MODERATE

At $2,825/mo, rent takes ~40% of Hood River's median household income ($85,647/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax4.75–9.9%
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