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Molalla

Pop. 10,186·20th most expensive in Oregon·Rental market data updated monthly for Molalla, OR
Median rent (all units)
$1,859/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+5.3%
vs US Median
-$106
Rising (Monthly)
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Molalla · $1,859
More expensive than 50% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
25% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,859/mo, rent takes about 25% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$74,000/yr
Local median income
$89,318/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Molalla's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,490
1 BR
$1,600
2 BR
$1,830
3 BR
$2,530
4 BR+
$2,930
Research median
$1,830/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: June 22, 2026

Annual cost
$22,308/yr
At $1,859/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +5.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Molalla, OR is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
10,186
Median income
$89,318
Median age
32.2
Renters
45.2%
Age distribution
24.6%
30.2%
28%
Under 1824.6%
18–3430.2%
35–5428%
55–647.8%
65+9.3%
Gender
47.4%
52.6%
Male47.4%
Female52.6%
Race & ethnicity
84.7%
White84.7%
Hispanic8.3%
Asian1.3%
Other5.7%
Education (25+)
12.5%
34%
34.7%
18.8%
No HS diploma12.5%
HS diploma34%
Some college34.7%
Bachelor's+18.8%
Housing tenure
54.8%
45.2%
Owner54.8%
Renter45.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Molalla, OR has changed in 5 years

Income
$74,718 → $89,318
up 19.5%
Population
10,060 → 10,186
up 1.3%
Renter share
34.7% → 45.2%
+10.5 pts
Bachelor's+
16.1% → 18.8%
+2.7 pts
Median age
34.5 → 32.2
-2.3 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $74,718 in 2021 to $89,318 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 10,060 to 10,186 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.3% change. About 45.2% of households rent today, against 34.7% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 16.1% to 18.8%.

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Molalla rent by bedroom count

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Last updated: June 22, 2026

The median rent in Molalla is $1,859/mo as of June 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,490/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,830/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,600/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,530/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($89,318/yr), Molalla ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Molalla an affordable city for renters?

Molalla is considered affordable for renters. At $1,859/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($89,318/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Molalla falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Molalla?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $74,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,859/mo in Molalla. The local median household income is $89,318/yr, meaning the typical Molalla household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Molalla?

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

How does Molalla rent compare to other cities in Oregon?

Molalla is one of the pricier cities in Oregon for rent, ranking #20 out of 66 tracked cities at $1,859/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Molalla?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Molalla ($1,859/mo): Canby ($1,736/mo), Woodburn ($1,785/mo), Silverton ($1,817/mo).

What percentage of Molalla residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 45.2% of Molalla households are renters, while 54.8% are owner-occupied. Molalla leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Molalla rent compare to the national average?

Molalla's median rent of $1,859/mo is $106 (5%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Oregon, it ranks #20 out of 66 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,859/mo, rent takes ~25% of Molalla's median household income ($89,318/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax4.75–9.9%
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