City Report · OR

Redmond

Pop. 36,092·9th most expensive in Oregon·Rental market data updated monthly for Redmond, OR
Median rent (all units)
$2,055/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.9%
Month-over-Month
+3.7%
vs US Median
+$90
Rising (Monthly)
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Redmond · $2,055
More expensive than 62% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
52/100
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Rents are right about where Redmond's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent
$2,055/mo
Expected by trend
$2,078/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,130
1 BR
$1,160
2 BR
$1,470
3 BR
$2,060
4 BR+
$2,480
Research median
$1,470/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
$24,660/yr
At $2,055/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 2.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.9% YoY, +3.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Redmond, OR is majority owner-occupied, 30.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
36,092
Median income
$84,164
Median age
36.2
Renters
35.5%
Age distribution
23.5%
24.1%
25.5%
15.6%
Under 1823.5%
18–3424.1%
35–5425.5%
55–6411.3%
65+15.6%
Gender
47.8%
52.2%
Male47.8%
Female52.2%
Race & ethnicity
85.4%
15.7%
White85.4%
Hispanic15.7%
Asian1.1%
Education (25+)
28.7%
34.2%
30.3%
No HS diploma6.8%
HS diploma28.7%
Some college34.2%
Bachelor's+30.3%
Housing tenure
64.5%
35.5%
Owner64.5%
Renter35.5%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Redmond, OR has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,697 → $2,055
up 21.1%
Income
$70,129 → $84,164
up 20.0%
Population
33,160 → 36,092
up 8.8%
Renter share
34.5% → 35.5%
+1.0 pts
Bachelor's+
22.7% → 30.3%
+7.6 pts

Since 2022, the typical rent in Redmond, OR has climbed from $1,697 to $2,055, a 21.1% change over five years. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $70,129 in 2021 to $84,164 more recently. The population has grown by 8.8% since 2021, moving from about 33,160 residents to roughly 36,092. College-educated residents now make up 30.3% of adults here, versus 22.7% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Redmond, OR market of 2022.

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Redmond rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Redmond, OR

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Redmond is $2,055/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,130/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,470/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,160/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,060/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($84,164/yr), Redmond ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Redmond an affordable city for renters?

Redmond is considered affordable for renters. At $2,055/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($84,164/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Redmond falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Redmond?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $82,000/year (~$39/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,055/mo in Redmond. The local median household income is $84,164/yr, meaning the typical Redmond household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Redmond?

Rent in Redmond has increased 2.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Redmond rent compare to other cities in Oregon?

Redmond is one of the pricier cities in Oregon for rent, ranking #9 out of 65 tracked cities at $2,055/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Redmond?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Redmond ($2,055/mo): Prineville ($1,641/mo), Sisters ($1,820/mo).

What percentage of Redmond residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35.5% of Redmond households are renters, while 64.5% are owner-occupied. Redmond leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Redmond rent compare to the national average?

Redmond's median rent of $2,055/mo is $90 (5%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Oregon, it ranks #9 out of 65 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,055/mo, rent takes ~29% of Redmond's median household income ($84,164/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Redmond 29%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.75–9.9%
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