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Tigard

Pop. 56,011·23rd most expensive in Oregon·Rental market data updated monthly for Tigard, OR
Median rent (all units)
$1,850/mo
Year-over-Year
-1.1%
Month-over-Month
-2.4%
vs US Median
-$112
Falling (Monthly)
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Tigard · $1,850
More affordable than 51% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Rent Reality Score
71/100
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Rents are 11% below what Tigard's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,850/mo
Expected by trend
$2,066/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,605
1 BR
$1,720
2 BR
$1,965
3 BR
$2,695
4 BR+
$3,165
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,965/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,850 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
$22,200/yr
At $1,850/mo median
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Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (down 1.1% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-1.1% YoY, -2.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Tigard, OR is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 51% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
56,011
Median income
$108,823
Median age
39.4
Renters
38.3%
Age distribution
20%
22.1%
28.6%
17.4%
Under 1820%
18–3422.1%
35–5428.6%
55–6411.9%
65+17.4%
Gender
50.1%
49.9%
Male50.1%
Female49.9%
Race & ethnicity
70.8%
14.2%
White70.8%
Black1.6%
Hispanic14.2%
Asian9%
Other4.4%
Education (25+)
13.2%
31.2%
51%
No HS diploma4.6%
HS diploma13.2%
Some college31.2%
Bachelor's+51%
Housing tenure
61.7%
38.3%
Owner61.7%
Renter38.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Tigard, OR has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,475 → $1,850
up 25.4%
Income
$93,532 → $108,823
up 16.3%
Population
54,750 → 56,011
up 2.3%
Renter share
36.6% → 38.3%
+1.7 pts
Bachelor's+
46.6% → 51%
+4.4 pts
Median age
38.6 → 39.4
+0.8 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Tigard, OR has climbed from $1,475 to $1,850, a 25.4% change over five years. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $93,532 in 2021 to $108,823 more recently. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 2.3% since 2021, moving from about 54,750 residents to roughly 56,011. Renters now make up 38.3% of households, compared with 36.6% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 51% of adults here, versus 46.6% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Tigard, OR market of 2021.

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Tigard is $1,850/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,605/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,965/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,720/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,695/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($108,823/yr), Tigard ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Tigard an affordable city for renters?

Tigard is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,850/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($108,823/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Tigard falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Tigard?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $74,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,850/mo in Tigard. The local median household income is $108,823/yr, meaning the typical Tigard household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Tigard?

Rent in Tigard has decreased 1.1% over the past year as of August 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Tigard neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Tigard are 97224 ($1,794/mo), and 97223 ($1,940/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Tigard is $1,850/mo.

How does Tigard rent compare to other cities in Oregon?

Tigard is middle-of-the-pack for Oregon for rent, ranking #23 out of 64 tracked cities at $1,850/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Tigard?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Tigard ($1,850/mo): Metzger ($1,394/mo), Raleigh Hills ($1,628/mo), West Slope ($1,801/mo).

What percentage of Tigard residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.3% of Tigard households are renters, while 61.7% are owner-occupied. Tigard leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Tigard rent compare to the national average?

Tigard's median rent of $1,850/mo is $112 (6%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Oregon, it ranks #23 out of 64 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
20%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,850/mo, rent takes ~20% of Tigard's median household income ($108,823/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax4.75–9.9%
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