How much does it cost to rent in The Dalles, OR?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in The Dalles, OR is $1,632. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is The Dalles cheaper than other Oregon cities?

The Dalles is among the more affordable cities in Oregon, ranking #47 out of 65 cities at $1,632/mo.

When was The Dalles rent data last updated?

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

Is The Dalles a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, The Dalles is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (up only 3.2% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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The Dalles

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Pop. 15,917·47th most expensive in Oregon·Rental market data updated monthly for The Dalles, OR

Median rent (all units)

$1,632/mo

Year-over-Year

+3.2%

Month-over-Month

-3.8%

vs US Median

-$333

Falling (Monthly)

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The Dalles · $1,632

More affordable than 67% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

31% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,632/mo, rent takes about 31% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$65,000/yr

Local median income

$62,614/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,270

1 BR

$1,280

2 BR

$1,570

3 BR

$2,200

4 BR+

$2,640

Research median

$1,570/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

$19,584/yr

At $1,632/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (up only 3.2% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+3.2% YoY, -3.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

The Dalles, OR is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

15,917

Median income

$62,614

Median age

38.5

Renters

36.8%

Age distribution

22.5%

21.8%

24.6%

20.1%

Under 1822.5%

18–3421.8%

35–5424.6%

55–6411.1%

65+20.1%

Gender

46.9%

53.1%

Male46.9%

Female53.1%

Race & ethnicity

75.6%

21.4%

White75.6%

Black0.5%

Hispanic21.4%

Asian0.5%

Other1.9%

Education (25+)

12.9%

24.9%

39.5%

22.7%

No HS diploma12.9%

HS diploma24.9%

Some college39.5%

Bachelor's+22.7%

Housing tenure

63.2%

36.8%

Owner63.2%

Renter36.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How The Dalles, OR has changed in 5 years

Income

$56,598 → $62,614

up 10.6%

Population

15,942 → 15,917

down 0.2%

Renter share

38.1% → 36.8%

-1.3 pts

Bachelor's+

21.7% → 22.7%

+1.0 pts

Median age

37.7 → 38.5

+0.8 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in The Dalles, OR now reports about $62,614, up from $56,598 in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in The Dalles on your salary?

At $1,632/mo, how The Dalles rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $98,259/yr · Rent = 19.9% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $69,763/yr · Rent = 28.1% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $80,361/yr · Rent = 24.4% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $143,634/yr · Rent = 13.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $183,529/yr · Rent = 10.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $65,322/yr · Rent = 30% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $58,978/yr · Rent = 33.2% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $72,696/yr · Rent = 26.9% income

affordable

By apartment size

The Dalles rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in The Dalles

About renting in The Dalles, OR

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in The Dalles is $1,632/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,270/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,570/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,280/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,200/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($62,614/yr), The Dalles ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dalles an affordable city for renters?

The Dalles is considered moderate for renters. At $1,632/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($62,614/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. The Dalles slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in The Dalles?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $65,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,632/mo in The Dalles. The local median household income is $62,614/yr, meaning the typical The Dalles household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in The Dalles?

Rent in The Dalles has increased 3.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does The Dalles rent compare to other cities in Oregon?

The Dalles is one of the more affordable cities in Oregon for rent, ranking #47 out of 65 tracked cities at $1,632/mo.

What percentage of The Dalles residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 36.8% of The Dalles households are renters, while 63.2% are owner-occupied. The Dalles leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does The Dalles rent compare to the national average?

The Dalles's median rent of $1,632/mo is $333 (17%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Oregon, it ranks #47 out of 65 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

31%

MODERATE

At $1,632/mo, rent takes ~31% of The Dalles's median household income ($62,614/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

The Dalles 31%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.75–9.9%

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