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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Independence, OR is $1,811. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Independence cheaper than other Oregon cities?

Independence falls in the middle range for Oregon, ranking #25 out of 65 cities at $1,811/mo.

When was Independence rent data last updated?

Independence 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

Independence

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Pop. 10,199·25th most expensive in Oregon·Independence rents are up 6.7% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,811/mo

Year-over-Year

+6.7%

Month-over-Month

-0.3%

vs US Median

-$154

Stable (Monthly)

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Independence · $1,811

More affordable than 53% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

25% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,811/mo, rent takes about 25% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$72,000/yr

Local median income

$85,375/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,310

1 BR

$1,370

2 BR

$1,760

3 BR

$2,450

4 BR+

$2,660

Research median

$1,760/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

$21,732/yr

At $1,811/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 6.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+6.7% YoY, -0.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Independence, OR is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, 27% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

10,199

Median income

$85,375

Median age

30.7

Renters

45.4%

Age distribution

22.6%

33.7%

24.1%

Under 1822.6%

18–3433.7%

35–5424.1%

55–648.8%

65+10.8%

Gender

50.9%

49.1%

Male50.9%

Female49.1%

Race & ethnicity

62.2%

38.5%

White62.2%

Black0.6%

Hispanic38.5%

Asian1.1%

Education (25+)

13.5%

24.6%

34.8%

27%

No HS diploma13.5%

HS diploma24.6%

Some college34.8%

Bachelor's+27%

Housing tenure

54.6%

45.4%

Owner54.6%

Renter45.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Independence, OR has changed in 5 years

Income

$65,019 → $85,375

up 31.3%

Population

9,850 → 10,199

up 3.5%

Renter share

41.1% → 45.4%

+4.3 pts

Bachelor's+

18.1% → 27%

+8.9 pts

Median age

29.5 → 30.7

+1.2 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $65,019 in 2021 to $85,375 more recently. Census counts show Independence, OR adding about 349 residents over the five-year window, up 3.5% on net. The renter share has risen from 41.1% to 45.4%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 18.1% to 27% across the same window.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Independence on your salary?

At $1,811/mo, how Independence rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $98,259/yr · Rent = 22.1% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $69,763/yr · Rent = 31.2% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $80,361/yr · Rent = 27% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $143,634/yr · Rent = 15.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $183,529/yr · Rent = 11.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $65,322/yr · Rent = 33.3% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $58,978/yr · Rent = 36.8% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $72,696/yr · Rent = 29.9% income

affordable

By apartment size

Independence rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Independence, OR

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Independence is $1,811/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,310/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,760/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,370/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,450/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($85,375/yr), Independence ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Independence an affordable city for renters?

Independence is considered affordable for renters. At $1,811/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($85,375/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Independence falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Independence?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $72,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,811/mo in Independence. The local median household income is $85,375/yr, meaning the typical Independence household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Independence?

Rent in Independence has increased 6.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Independence rent compare to other cities in Oregon?

Independence is middle-of-the-pack for Oregon for rent, ranking #25 out of 65 tracked cities at $1,811/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Independence?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Independence ($1,811/mo): Monmouth ($1,502/mo), Salem ($1,585/mo), Keizer ($1,604/mo).

What percentage of Independence residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 45.4% of Independence households are renters, while 54.6% are owner-occupied. Independence leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Independence rent compare to the national average?

Independence's median rent of $1,811/mo is $154 (8%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Oregon, it ranks #25 out of 65 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

25%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,811/mo, rent takes ~25% of Independence's median household income ($85,375/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Independence 25%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.75–9.9%

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