Average Rent in Harney County, OR↑ Rents rising 0.6% YoY🔻 Cheapest in OR

Harney County, OR has rental prices ranging from $719/month to $1,695/month in 2027, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $775/month — 45% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $48,338/year, spending $775/month on a 1-bedroom represents 19% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Harney County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,014/month, Harney County ranks #33 most expensive of the 33 cities tracked in Oregon — more affordable than 63% of all US cities in our data.

The Harney County Rental Market

The Harney County, OR area has a population of about 7,515 and 33% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Harney County, OR have risen by $6/month (0.6%) over the past year, from $1,008 to $1,014. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Harney County, OR without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $31,000. The local median household income of $48,338 exceeds that threshold by $17,338, making Harney County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Harney County, OR has an unemployment rate of 3.9%, 0.0 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.

Is Harney County, OR Affordable?

Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.

Rent or Buy in Harney County?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Living in Harney County

Cost of living, job market, crime rates, and moving cost estimates.