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Sandy

Pop. 12,854·7th most expensive in Oregon·Sandy rents are up 9.6% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,184/mo
Year-over-Year
+9.6%
Month-over-Month
-1.5%
vs US Median
+$222
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Sandy · $2,184
More expensive than 68% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
24% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,184/mo, rent takes about 24% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$87,000/yr
Local median income
$108,984/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Sandy's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,540
1 BR
$1,660
2 BR
$1,890
3 BR
$2,590
4 BR+
$3,040
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,890/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,184 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

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$26,208/yr
At $2,184/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 9.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+9.6% YoY, -1.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Sandy, OR is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 29.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
12,854
Median income
$108,984
Median age
34.8
Renters
25.3%
Age distribution
22.2%
28.3%
25.5%
12.9%
Under 1822.2%
18–3428.3%
35–5425.5%
55–6411%
65+12.9%
Gender
49.5%
50.5%
Male49.5%
Female50.5%
Race & ethnicity
85.5%
White85.5%
Hispanic5%
Asian1.5%
Other8%
Education (25+)
24.6%
39.9%
29.7%
No HS diploma5.9%
HS diploma24.6%
Some college39.9%
Bachelor's+29.7%
Housing tenure
74.7%
25.3%
Owner74.7%
Renter25.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Sandy, OR has changed in 5 years

Income
$88,775 → $108,984
up 22.8%
Population
12,383 → 12,854
up 3.8%
Renter share
23.2% → 25.3%
+2.1 pts
Bachelor's+
22.8% → 29.7%
+6.9 pts
Median age
34.3 → 34.8
+0.5 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $88,775 to $108,984 across the same window, up 22.8% versus 2021. Census counts show Sandy, OR adding about 471 residents over the five-year window, up 3.8% on net. The renter share has risen from 23.2% to 25.3%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 22.8% to 29.7% across the same window.

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By apartment size

Sandy rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Sandy, OR

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Sandy is $2,184/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,540/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,890/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,660/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,590/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($108,984/yr), Sandy ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandy an affordable city for renters?

Sandy is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,184/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($108,984/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Sandy falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Sandy?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $87,000/year (~$42/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,184/mo in Sandy. The local median household income is $108,984/yr, meaning the typical Sandy household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Sandy?

Rent in Sandy has increased 9.6% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Sandy rent compare to other cities in Oregon?

Sandy is one of the pricier cities in Oregon for rent, ranking #7 out of 64 tracked cities at $2,184/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Sandy?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Sandy ($2,184/mo): Gresham ($1,611/mo), Wood Village ($1,626/mo), Fairview ($1,730/mo).

What percentage of Sandy residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.3% of Sandy households are renters, while 74.7% are owner-occupied. Sandy leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Sandy rent compare to the national average?

Sandy's median rent of $2,184/mo is $222 (11%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Oregon, it ranks #7 out of 64 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
24%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,184/mo, rent takes ~24% of Sandy's median household income ($108,984/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Sandy 24%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.75–9.9%
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