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Average Rent in Morrow County, OR Rents rising 2.0% YoY🔻 Cheapest in OR

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 12,249

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Market Overview

Morrow County, OR has rental prices ranging from $640/month to $1,567/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $772/month — 45% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $70,217/year, spending $772/month on a 1-bedroom represents 13% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Morrow County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $933/month, Morrow County ranks #31 most expensive of the 31 cities tracked in Oregon — more affordable than 60% of all US cities in our data.

The Morrow County Rental Market

The Morrow County, OR area has a population of about 12,249 and 29% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Morrow County, OR have risen by $18/month (2.0%) over the past year, from $915 to $933. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Morrow County, OR without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $30,880. The local median household income of $70,217 exceeds that threshold by $39,337, making Morrow County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Morrow County, OR has an unemployment rate of 5.1%, 1.2 percentage points above the national average of 3.9%. A higher unemployment rate can moderate rental demand over time, which may help keep rent growth in check compared to tighter job markets.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$640
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$772
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$933
2.0% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,307
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,567
Affordable
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Is Morrow County, OR Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$37,320/year
Local median income: $70,217
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $933/month and 20% down on a home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in ORlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
Portland$1,628$1,750$1,997$2,739
Salem$1,147$1,198$1,543$2,148
Eugene$1,060$1,140$1,495$2,095
Bend$1,285$1,318$1,667$2,336
Medford$998$1,137$1,456$2,040
Albany$1,000$1,203$1,459$1,957

Rent or Buy in Morrow County?

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

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Morrow County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$933/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏢 Rent

Renting appears to be the better financial choice for this scenario.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $933/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

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