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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Woodburn, OR is $1,785. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Woodburn cheaper than other Oregon cities?

Woodburn falls in the middle range for Oregon, ranking #28 out of 65 cities at $1,785/mo.

When was Woodburn rent data last updated?

Woodburn 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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Woodburn

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Pop. 27,875·28th most expensive in Oregon·Woodburn rents are up 5.4% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,785/mo

Year-over-Year

+5.4%

Month-over-Month

+2.4%

vs US Median

-$180

Rising (Monthly)

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Woodburn · $1,785

More affordable than 55% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

32% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,785/mo, rent takes about 32% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$71,000/yr

Local median income

$67,347/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,490

1 BR

$1,600

2 BR

$1,830

3 BR

$2,530

4 BR+

$2,930

Research median

$1,830/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

$21,420/yr

At $1,785/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 5.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+5.4% YoY, +2.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Woodburn, OR is majority owner-occupied, 15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

27,875

Median income

$67,347

Median age

38.6

Renters

35.8%

Age distribution

22.7%

23.4%

22.4%

12.8%

18.7%

Under 1822.7%

18–3423.4%

35–5422.4%

55–6412.8%

65+18.7%

Gender

47.7%

52.3%

Male47.7%

Female52.3%

Race & ethnicity

43%

61.4%

White43%

Hispanic61.4%

Asian0.9%

Education (25+)

31%

29.5%

24.4%

15.1%

No HS diploma31%

HS diploma29.5%

Some college24.4%

Bachelor's+15.1%

Housing tenure

64.2%

35.8%

Owner64.2%

Renter35.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Woodburn, OR has changed in 5 years

Income

$54,330 → $67,347

up 24.0%

Population

25,877 → 27,875

up 7.7%

Renter share

35.7% → 35.8%

+0.1 pts

Bachelor's+

16.1% → 15.1%

-1.0 pts

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $54,330 in 2021 to $67,347 more recently. The population has grown by 7.7% since 2021, moving from about 25,877 residents to roughly 27,875.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Woodburn on your salary?

At $1,785/mo, how Woodburn rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $98,259/yr · Rent = 21.8% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $69,763/yr · Rent = 30.7% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $80,361/yr · Rent = 26.7% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $143,634/yr · Rent = 14.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $183,529/yr · Rent = 11.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $65,322/yr · Rent = 32.8% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $58,978/yr · Rent = 36.3% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $72,696/yr · Rent = 29.5% income

affordable

By apartment size

Woodburn rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Woodburn

About renting in Woodburn, OR

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Woodburn is $1,785/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,490/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,830/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,600/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,530/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($67,347/yr), Woodburn ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Woodburn an affordable city for renters?

Woodburn is considered moderate for renters. At $1,785/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($67,347/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Woodburn slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Woodburn?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $71,000/year (~$34/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,785/mo in Woodburn. The local median household income is $67,347/yr, meaning the typical Woodburn household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Woodburn?

Rent in Woodburn has increased 5.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Woodburn rent compare to other cities in Oregon?

Woodburn is middle-of-the-pack for Oregon for rent, ranking #28 out of 65 tracked cities at $1,785/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Woodburn?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Woodburn ($1,785/mo): Keizer ($1,604/mo), Canby ($1,736/mo).

What percentage of Woodburn residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35.8% of Woodburn households are renters, while 64.2% are owner-occupied. Woodburn leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.