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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Sandy, OR is $2,218. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Sandy cheaper than other Oregon cities?

Sandy is one of the pricier cities in Oregon, ranking #7 out of 65 cities tracked at $2,218/mo.

When was Sandy rent data last updated?

Sandy 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

Sandy

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Pop. 12,854·7th most expensive in Oregon·Sandy rents are up 11.6% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,218/mo

Year-over-Year

+11.6%

Month-over-Month

+1.2%

vs US Median

+$253

Rising (Monthly)

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Sandy · $2,218

More expensive than 70% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

24% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

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At $2,218/mo, rent takes about 24% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$89,000/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

Research median

$1,890/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

$26,616/yr

At $2,218/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 11.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+11.6% YoY, +1.2% 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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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Sandy on your salary?

At $2,218/mo, how Sandy rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $98,259/yr · Rent = 27.1% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $69,763/yr · Rent = 38.2% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $80,361/yr · Rent = 33.1% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $143,634/yr · Rent = 18.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $183,529/yr · Rent = 14.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $65,322/yr · Rent = 40.7% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $58,978/yr · Rent = 45.1% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $72,696/yr · Rent = 36.6% income

stretched

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: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Sandy is $2,218/mo as of July 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 11.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandy an affordable city for renters?

Sandy is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,218/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 $89,000/year (~$43/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,218/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 11.6% over the past year as of July 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 65 tracked cities at $2,218/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Sandy?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Sandy ($2,218/mo): Wood Village ($1,626/mo), Gresham ($1,632/mo), Fairview ($1,733/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.