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Tigard

Pop. 56,011·16th most expensive in Oregon·Rental market data updated monthly for Tigard, OR
Median rent (all units)
$1,895/mo
Year-over-Year
+1.0%
Month-over-Month
+2.6%
vs US Median
-$70
Rising (Monthly)
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Tigard · $1,895
More expensive than 52% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
66/100
Good value
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Rents are 8% below what Tigard's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,895/mo
Expected by trend
$2,061/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
Research median
$1,965/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
$22,740/yr
At $1,895/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 1.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+1.0% YoY, +2.6% 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 → $1,895
up 28.5%
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 $1,895, a 28.5% 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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About renting in Tigard, OR

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Tigard is $1,895/mo as of July 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 21% of local median household income ($108,823/yr), Tigard ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Tigard an affordable city for renters?

Tigard is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,895/mo, rent takes approximately 21% 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 $76,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,895/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 increased 1.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Tigard neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Tigard are 97224 ($1,822/mo), and 97223 ($2,017/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Tigard is $1,895/mo.

How does Tigard rent compare to other cities in Oregon?

Tigard is one of the pricier cities in Oregon for rent, ranking #16 out of 65 tracked cities at $1,895/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Tigard?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Tigard ($1,895/mo): Metzger ($1,452/mo), Raleigh Hills ($1,652/mo), West Slope ($1,823/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 $1,895/mo is $70 (4%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Oregon, it ranks #16 out of 65 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
21%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,895/mo, rent takes ~21% of Tigard's median household income ($108,823/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Tigard 21%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.75–9.9%
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