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Rockcreek

Pop. 9,223·42nd most expensive in Oregon·Rockcreek rents have dropped 6.7%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,659/mo
Year-over-Year
-6.7%
Month-over-Month
-2.8%
vs US Median
-$303
Falling (Monthly)
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Rockcreek · $1,659
More affordable than 65% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
19% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,659/mo, rent takes about 19% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$66,000/yr
Local median income
$107,101/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Rockcreek's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,377
1 BR
$1,511
2 BR
$1,618
3 BR
$2,245
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,618/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,659 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$19,908/yr
At $1,659/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 6.7% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-6.7% YoY, -2.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Rockcreek, OR is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 49.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
9,223
Median income
$107,101
Median age
40.7
Renters
33.1%
Age distribution
19%
23.7%
28%
12.6%
16.8%
Under 1819%
18–3423.7%
35–5428%
55–6412.6%
65+16.8%
Gender
50%
50%
Male50%
Female50%
Race & ethnicity
70.4%
16.2%
White70.4%
Black0.6%
Hispanic9.6%
Asian16.2%
Other3.3%
Education (25+)
14.4%
34.3%
49.5%
No HS diploma1.7%
HS diploma14.4%
Some college34.3%
Bachelor's+49.5%
Housing tenure
66.9%
33.1%
Owner66.9%
Renter33.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Rockcreek, OR has changed in 5 years

Income
$92,039 → $107,101
up 16.4%
Population
9,659 → 9,223
down 4.5%
Renter share
39.6% → 33.1%
-6.5 pts
Bachelor's+
48.4% → 49.5%
+1.1 pts
Median age
38.3 → 40.7
+2.4 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $107,101 today, compared with $92,039 five years earlier. Headcount in the area went from 9,659 to 9,223 between 2021 and 2024, a 4.5% change. About 33.1% of households rent today, against 39.6% in 2021.

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By apartment size

Rockcreek rent by bedroom count

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

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Rockcreek is $1,659/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,377/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,618/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,511/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,245/mo.

At 19% of local median household income ($107,101/yr), Rockcreek ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 6.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Rockcreek an affordable city for renters?

Rockcreek is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,659/mo, rent takes approximately 19% of the local median household income ($107,101/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Rockcreek falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Rockcreek?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $66,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,659/mo in Rockcreek. The local median household income is $107,101/yr, meaning the typical Rockcreek household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Rockcreek?

Rent in Rockcreek has decreased 6.7% over the past year as of August 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Rockcreek rent compare to other cities in Oregon?

Rockcreek is middle-of-the-pack for Oregon for rent, ranking #42 out of 64 tracked cities at $1,659/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Rockcreek?

Raleigh Hills is nearby and more affordable at $1,628/mo, which is $31 less than Rockcreek.

What percentage of Rockcreek residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33.1% of Rockcreek households are renters, while 66.9% are owner-occupied. Rockcreek leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Rockcreek rent compare to the national average?

Rockcreek's median rent of $1,659/mo is $303 (15%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Oregon, it ranks #42 out of 64 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
19%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,659/mo, rent takes ~19% of Rockcreek's median household income ($107,101/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Rockcreek 19%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.75–9.9%
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