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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Newberg, OR is $2,098. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Newberg cheaper than other Oregon cities?

Newberg is one of the pricier cities in Oregon, ranking #8 out of 65 cities tracked at $2,098/mo.

When was Newberg rent data last updated?

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

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Newberg

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Pop. 26,066·8th most expensive in Oregon·Newberg rents are up 8.3% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,098/mo

Year-over-Year

+8.3%

Month-over-Month

-0.9%

vs US Median

+$133

Falling (Monthly)

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Newberg · $2,098

More expensive than 64% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

27% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,098/mo, rent takes about 27% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$84,000/yr

Local median income

$93,232/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,510

1 BR

$1,620

2 BR

$1,850

3 BR

$2,540

4 BR+

$2,980

Research median

$1,850/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

$25,176/yr

At $2,098/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 8.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+8.3% YoY, -0.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Newberg, OR is majority owner-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income above the national average, 34.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

26,066

Median income

$93,232

Median age

34.8

Renters

40.6%

Age distribution

19.8%

30.7%

24.1%

16%

Under 1819.8%

18–3430.7%

35–5424.1%

55–649.5%

65+16%

Gender

49.3%

50.7%

Male49.3%

Female50.7%

Race & ethnicity

75.6%

16.8%

White75.6%

Black0.8%

Hispanic16.8%

Asian2.8%

Other4%

Education (25+)

26.5%

28.6%

34.2%

No HS diploma10.7%

HS diploma26.5%

Some college28.6%

Bachelor's+34.2%

Housing tenure

59.4%

40.6%

Owner59.4%

Renter40.6%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Newberg, OR has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,088 → $2,098

up 0.5%

Income

$81,210 → $93,232

up 14.8%

Population

25,108 → 26,066

up 3.8%

Renter share

35.2% → 40.6%

+5.4 pts

Bachelor's+

35.7% → 34.2%

-1.5 pts

The median rent in Newberg, OR stood at $2,088 in 2023 and currently runs about $2,098, reflecting a 0.5% increase over the period. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $81,210 in 2021 to $93,232 more recently. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 3.8% since 2021, moving from about 25,108 residents to roughly 26,066. Renters now make up 40.6% of households, compared with 35.2% five years ago. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Newberg, OR market of 2023.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Newberg on your salary?

At $2,098/mo, how Newberg rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $98,259/yr · Rent = 25.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $69,763/yr · Rent = 36.1% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $80,361/yr · Rent = 31.3% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $143,634/yr · Rent = 17.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $183,529/yr · Rent = 13.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $65,322/yr · Rent = 38.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $58,978/yr · Rent = 42.7% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $72,696/yr · Rent = 34.6% income

stretched

By apartment size

Newberg rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Newberg, OR

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Newberg is $2,098/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,510/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,850/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,620/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,540/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($93,232/yr), Newberg ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Newberg an affordable city for renters?

Newberg is considered affordable for renters. At $2,098/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($93,232/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Newberg falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Newberg?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $84,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,098/mo in Newberg. The local median household income is $93,232/yr, meaning the typical Newberg household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Newberg?

Rent in Newberg has increased 8.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Newberg rent compare to other cities in Oregon?

Newberg is one of the pricier cities in Oregon for rent, ranking #8 out of 65 tracked cities at $2,098/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Newberg?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Newberg ($2,098/mo): Wilsonville ($1,796/mo), Beaverton ($1,871/mo), Tigard ($1,895/mo).

What percentage of Newberg residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 40.6% of Newberg households are renters, while 59.4% are owner-occupied. Newberg leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.