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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Scappoose, OR is $1,729. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Scappoose cheaper than other Oregon cities?

Scappoose falls in the middle range for Oregon, ranking #37 out of 65 cities at $1,729/mo.

When was Scappoose rent data last updated?

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

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Scappoose

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Pop. 8,179·37th most expensive in Oregon·Rental market data updated monthly for Scappoose, OR

Median rent (all units)

$1,729/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

-0.8%

vs US Median

-$236

Falling (Monthly)

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Scappoose · $1,729

More affordable than 59% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

21% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,729/mo, rent takes about 21% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$69,000/yr

Local median income

$97,708/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Scappoose's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,650

1 BR

$1,780

2 BR

$2,030

3 BR

$2,780

4 BR+

$3,270

Research median

$2,030/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

$20,748/yr

At $1,729/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 (+0.0% YoY, -0.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Scappoose, OR is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

8,179

Median income

$97,708

Median age

40.3

Renters

25.4%

Age distribution

23.4%

18.3%

30.4%

12.2%

15.6%

Under 1823.4%

18–3418.3%

35–5430.4%

55–6412.2%

65+15.6%

Gender

53.5%

46.5%

Male53.5%

Female46.5%

Race & ethnicity

83%

White83%

Hispanic8.4%

Asian1.1%

Other7.1%

Education (25+)

25.8%

43.1%

23.6%

No HS diploma7.4%

HS diploma25.8%

Some college43.1%

Bachelor's+23.6%

Housing tenure

74.6%

25.4%

Owner74.6%

Renter25.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Scappoose, OR has changed in 5 years

Income

$86,528 → $97,708

up 12.9%

Population

7,871 → 8,179

up 3.9%

Renter share

23.2% → 25.4%

+2.2 pts

Bachelor's+

25.2% → 23.6%

-1.6 pts

Median age

38.6 → 40.3

+1.7 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $86,528 in 2021 to $97,708 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 7,871 to 8,179 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.9% change. About 25.4% of households rent today, against 23.2% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Scappoose on your salary?

At $1,729/mo, how Scappoose rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $98,259/yr · Rent = 21.1% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $69,763/yr · Rent = 29.7% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $80,361/yr · Rent = 25.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $143,634/yr · Rent = 14.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $183,529/yr · Rent = 11.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $65,322/yr · Rent = 31.8% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $58,978/yr · Rent = 35.2% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $72,696/yr · Rent = 28.5% income

affordable

By apartment size

Scappoose rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Scappoose

About renting in Scappoose, OR

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Scappoose is $1,729/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,650/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,030/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,780/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,780/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($97,708/yr), Scappoose ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Scappoose an affordable city for renters?

Scappoose is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,729/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($97,708/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Scappoose falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Scappoose?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $69,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,729/mo in Scappoose. The local median household income is $97,708/yr, meaning the typical Scappoose household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Scappoose?

Rent in Scappoose has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Scappoose rent compare to other cities in Oregon?

Scappoose is middle-of-the-pack for Oregon for rent, ranking #37 out of 65 tracked cities at $1,729/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Scappoose?

Rockcreek is nearby and more affordable at $1,706/mo, which is $23 less than Scappoose.

What percentage of Scappoose residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.4% of Scappoose households are renters, while 74.6% are owner-occupied. Scappoose leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Scappoose rent compare to the national average?

Scappoose's median rent of $1,729/mo is $236 (12%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Oregon, it ranks #37 out of 65 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

21%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,729/mo, rent takes ~21% of Scappoose's median household income ($97,708/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Scappoose 21%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.75–9.9%

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