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Sutherlin

Pop. 8,599·45th most expensive in Oregon·Rental market data updated monthly for Sutherlin, OR
Median rent (all units)
$1,649/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+31.9%
vs US Median
-$316
Rising (Monthly)
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Sutherlin · $1,649
More affordable than 65% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
39% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,649/mo, rent takes about 39% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$66,000/yr
Local median income
$51,250/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Sutherlin's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$860
1 BR
$960
2 BR
$1,260
3 BR
$1,760
4 BR+
$2,120
Research median
$1,260/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$19,788/yr
At $1,649/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +31.9% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Sutherlin, OR is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
8,599
Median income
$51,250
Median age
47.4
Renters
33.9%
Age distribution
15.6%
22.3%
20.7%
16.1%
25.4%
Under 1815.6%
18–3422.3%
35–5420.7%
55–6416.1%
65+25.4%
Gender
44.5%
55.5%
Male44.5%
Female55.5%
Race & ethnicity
88%
White88%
Black1%
Hispanic2.8%
Other8%
Education (25+)
40.4%
36.1%
16.9%
No HS diploma6.5%
HS diploma40.4%
Some college36.1%
Bachelor's+16.9%
Housing tenure
66.1%
33.9%
Owner66.1%
Renter33.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Sutherlin, OR has changed in 5 years

Income
$43,750 → $51,250
up 17.1%
Population
8,429 → 8,599
up 2.0%
Renter share
39.9% → 33.9%
-6.0 pts
Bachelor's+
16.9% → 16.9%
+0.0 pts
Median age
50.8 → 47.4
-3.4 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $43,750 to $51,250 across the same window, up 17.1% versus 2021. Census counts show Sutherlin, OR adding about 170 residents over the five-year window, up 2.0% on net. The renter share has eased from 39.9% to 33.9%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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Sutherlin rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Sutherlin, OR

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Sutherlin is $1,649/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $860/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,260/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $960/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,760/mo.

At 39% of local median household income ($51,250/yr), Sutherlin ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Sutherlin an affordable city for renters?

Sutherlin is considered moderate for renters. At $1,649/mo, rent takes approximately 39% of the local median household income ($51,250/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Sutherlin slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Sutherlin?

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 $1,649/mo in Sutherlin. The local median household income is $51,250/yr, meaning the typical Sutherlin household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Sutherlin?

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

How does Sutherlin rent compare to other cities in Oregon?

Sutherlin is one of the more affordable cities in Oregon for rent, ranking #45 out of 65 tracked cities at $1,649/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Sutherlin?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Sutherlin ($1,649/mo): Roseburg ($1,432/mo), Cottage Grove ($1,445/mo).

What percentage of Sutherlin residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33.9% of Sutherlin households are renters, while 66.1% are owner-occupied. Sutherlin leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Sutherlin rent compare to the national average?

Sutherlin's median rent of $1,649/mo is $316 (16%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Oregon, it ranks #45 out of 65 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
39%
MODERATE

At $1,649/mo, rent takes ~39% of Sutherlin's median household income ($51,250/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Sutherlin 39%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.75–9.9%
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