Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
17%
Hood River
Hood River, OR Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,153
Population
8,985
Renter Mix
44% Rent
Bask in the many delights of the windsurfing capital
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Encompassed by a gorgeous natural setting, Hood River is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream. Hood River is bordered by two rivers, the Columbia River and the Hood River, along with the expansive Cascade Range. Known as the Windsurfing Capital of the World, Hood River is a hot spot for water sports like windsurfing, kite surfing, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding as well as hiking and mountain biking.
One of the most popular areas for bike rides and drives is the Hood River County Fruit Loop, a 35-mile path that passes the Hood River Valley’s many farms, orchards, and wineries. In fact, Hood River is an agricultural hub regarded for its fruit trees growing peaches, apples, cherries, and more.
Hood River is home to a historic downtown area brimming with farm-to-table restaurants, coffee shops, art galleries, and breweries where the community loves to gather. A host of exciting annual events such as Hood River Valley Harvest Fest, Hood River Valley Blossom Time, Hood River Hops Fest, and the Hood River Hard-Pressed Cider Fest also brings the community together in Hood River. Convenience to the I-84 makes getting around from Hood River easy.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$74,771
Average: $106,316
Education
3,933
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
4,925
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Hood River has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
44%
Non-Renters
56%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
33%
Other Education
67%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Hood River, OR is $1,349 for a studio, $1,153 for one bedroom, $1,290 for two bedrooms, and $1,241 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Hood River has decreased by -1.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,153/month
276 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Hood River, OR is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
382 Students
Public
Grades K-5
461 Students
Public
Grades K-5
391 Students
Public
Grades K-5
234 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
426 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
373 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,209 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Mount Hood Railroad
- Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail
- Koberg Beach State Recreation Site
- Seneca Fouts Memorial State Natural Area
- Spring Creek National Fish Hatchery
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.