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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Roseburg, OR is $1,432. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Roseburg cheaper than other Oregon cities?

Roseburg is among the more affordable cities in Oregon, ranking #62 out of 65 cities at $1,432/mo.

When was Roseburg rent data last updated?

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

City Report · OR

Roseburg

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Pop. 23,778·62nd most expensive in Oregon·Roseburg rents have dropped 5.7%, currently a renter's market

Median rent (all units)

$1,432/mo

Year-over-Year

-5.7%

Month-over-Month

+3.5%

vs US Median

-$533

Rising (Monthly)

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Roseburg · $1,432

More affordable than 80% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

64/100

Good value

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Rents are 7% below what Roseburg's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,432/mo

Expected by trend

$1,543/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Roseburg's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$870

1 BR

$970

2 BR

$1,270

3 BR

$1,775

4 BR+

$2,130

Research median

$1,270/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

$17,184/yr

At $1,432/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (-5.7% YoY, +3.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Roseburg, OR is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

23,778

Median income

$53,918

Median age

39.6

Renters

46.2%

Age distribution

20.1%

22.8%

23.4%

21.7%

Under 1820.1%

18–3422.8%

35–5423.4%

55–6411.9%

65+21.7%

Gender

49.4%

50.6%

Male49.4%

Female50.6%

Race & ethnicity

84.7%

White84.7%

Hispanic10%

Asian1%

Other4.1%

Education (25+)

30.6%

39%

21.5%

No HS diploma8.9%

HS diploma30.6%

Some college39%

Bachelor's+21.5%

Housing tenure

53.8%

46.2%

Owner53.8%

Renter46.2%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Roseburg, OR has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,306 → $1,432

up 9.6%

Income

$47,921 → $53,918

up 12.5%

Population

23,551 → 23,778

up 1.0%

Renter share

44.3% → 46.2%

+1.9 pts

Bachelor's+

24.1% → 21.5%

-2.6 pts

Median age

40.1 → 39.6

-0.5 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Roseburg, OR paid around $1,306 a month. That figure now sits near $1,432, up 9.6% from the 2023 baseline. Median household income climbed from $47,921 to $53,918 between 2021 and 2024, a 12.5% shift. Census counts show Roseburg, OR adding about 227 residents over the five-year window, up 1.0% on net. The renter share has risen from 44.3% to 46.2%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 24.1% to 21.5% across the same window. Taken together, the five-year picture in Roseburg, OR reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Roseburg on your salary?

At $1,432/mo, how Roseburg rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $98,259/yr · Rent = 17.5% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $69,763/yr · Rent = 24.6% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $80,361/yr · Rent = 21.4% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $143,634/yr · Rent = 12% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $183,529/yr · Rent = 9.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $65,322/yr · Rent = 26.3% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $58,978/yr · Rent = 29.1% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $72,696/yr · Rent = 23.6% income

affordable

By apartment size

Roseburg rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Roseburg, OR

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Roseburg is $1,432/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $870/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,270/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $970/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,775/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($53,918/yr), Roseburg ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 5.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Roseburg an affordable city for renters?

Roseburg is considered moderate for renters. At $1,432/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($53,918/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Roseburg slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Roseburg?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $57,000/year (~$27/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,432/mo in Roseburg. The local median household income is $53,918/yr, meaning the typical Roseburg household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Roseburg?

Rent in Roseburg has decreased 5.7% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Roseburg neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Roseburg are 97470 ($1,219/mo), and 97471 ($1,656/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Roseburg is $1,432/mo.

How does Roseburg rent compare to other cities in Oregon?

Roseburg is one of the more affordable cities in Oregon for rent, ranking #62 out of 65 tracked cities at $1,432/mo.

What percentage of Roseburg residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 46.2% of Roseburg households are renters, while 53.8% are owner-occupied. Roseburg leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Roseburg rent compare to the national average?

Roseburg's median rent of $1,432/mo is $533 (27%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Oregon, it ranks #62 out of 65 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

32%

MODERATE

At $1,432/mo, rent takes ~32% of Roseburg's median household income ($53,918/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Roseburg 32%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.75–9.9%

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