2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Pendleton, OR
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Pendleton, Oregon as of August 2026. That's +18% lower than the citywide median of $1,362 and +32% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Pendleton
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Pendleton
Compare Pendleton's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Oregon
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coos Bay | $1,100 |
| 2 | La Grande | $1,100 |
| 3 | Klamath Falls | $1,120 |
| 4 | Pendleton (this page) | $1,120 |
| 5 | Hermiston | $1,190 |
| 6 | Prineville | $1,250 |
| 7 | Sutherlin | $1,260 |
| 8 | Roseburg | $1,270 |
| 9 | Newport | $1,330 |
| 10 | Stayton | $1,340 |
| 11 | Sweet Home | $1,360 |
| 12 | Astoria | $1,370 |
| 13 | Grants Pass | $1,385 |
| 14 | Lincoln City | $1,390 |
| 15 | Dallas | $1,420 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Oregon
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sherwood | $2,520 |
| 2 | Lake Oswego | $2,455 |
| 3 | West Linn | $2,380 |
| 4 | Hillsboro | $2,165 |
| 5 | Wilsonville | $2,150 |
| 6 | Clackamas | $2,100 |
| 7 | Beaverton | $2,100 |
| 8 | Tualatin | $2,090 |
| 9 | West Slope | $2,060 |
| 10 | Gladstone | $2,060 |
| 11 | Portland | $2,039 |
| 12 | Oregon City | $2,010 |
| 13 | Happy Valley | $1,980 |
| 14 | Tigard | $1,965 |
| 15 | Gresham | $1,925 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Pendleton.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Pendleton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hermiston, OR | 34.4 mi | $1,190 | +$70 (+6%) |
| Kennewick, WA | 39 mi | $1,575 | +$455 (+41%) |
| Walla Walla, WA | 46 mi | $1,540 | +$420 (+38%) |
| Pasco, WA | 49.7 mi | $1,460 | +$340 (+30%) |
| Richland, WA | 53.8 mi | $1,660 | +$540 (+48%) |
| La Grande, OR | 55.2 mi | $1,100 | $-20 (-2%) |
| West Richland, WA | 59 mi | $1,970 | +$850 (+76%) |
| Moses Lake, WA | 107.3 mi | $1,210 | +$90 (+8%) |
| Pullman, WA | 132.7 mi | $1,160 | +$40 (+4%) |
| Lewiston, ID | 136.9 mi | $1,170 | +$50 (+4%) |
| Yakima, WA | 137.1 mi | $1,367 | +$247 (+22%) |
| Ellensburg, WA | 146 mi | $1,320 | +$200 (+18%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Pendleton — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Pendleton?
As of August 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Pendleton, Oregon is $1,120 per month. This is +18% below the citywide median of $1,362.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Pendleton?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $44,800 ($3,733/month gross), which works out to roughly $21.54/hour at a full-time job.
Is Pendleton expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Pendleton's 2-bedroom median of $1,120 is +32% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 13th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Pendleton rank for 2-bedroom rent in Oregon?
Among the 64 cities in Oregon with 2-bedroom data, Pendleton ranks #4 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Pendleton?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include La Grande ($1,100).