Median Age
31 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 24% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
14%
Monmouth, OR
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$932
Population
11,592
Renter Mix
52% Rent
A quaint college town surrounded by western Oregon’s idyllic countryside
College
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Suburb
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Nature
Monmouth, Oregon sits in the heart of the Willamette Valley, where Western Oregon University keeps the city grounded in academic energy and Pacific Northwest character. WOU draws students, faculty, and staff who give the city a lively, intellectually curious atmosphere without sacrificing the relaxed pace that defines small-town Oregon living. Salem, the state capital, is just 15 miles to the north, meaning Monmouth residents have access to a much larger job market and urban amenities while still coming home to quieter streets and a tight-knit community feel.
Neighborhoods here range from tree-lined blocks near campus to residential pockets on the city's edges where things feel decidedly more laid back. The housing mix reflects that range, with craftsman-style homes and modest single-family houses making up much of the landscape, while apartment communities near WOU offer studio, one-, and two-bedroom options well suited to campus-adjacent life. Newer builds add a handful of townhome-style rentals to the mix.
Monmouth was once one of the last dry cities in Oregon, having prohibited alcohol sales for over a century before finally lifting the ban in 2002, a distinction that still shapes conversations about the city's identity today.
Explore the City
Monmouth residents love the small-town vibe and the convenient commute to the big city.
You will find a small selection of restaurants, cafes and shops in downtown Monmouth.
Expansive grass fields at Madrona Park are perfect for a soccer match in Monmouth.
There are around 3,000 college students attending Western Oregon University in Monmouth.
Main Street Park is where the community gathers for music and theatre performances in Monmouth.
Enjoy a cup of coffee and homemade pastries at Rick’s Place in Monmouth.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$57,340
Average: $79,038
Education
2,522
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
5,565
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Monmouth has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
52%
Non-Renters
48%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
18%
Other Education
82%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Monmouth, OR is $512 for a studio, $932 for one bedroom, $1,215 for two bedrooms, and $1,669 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Monmouth has increased by 0.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$932/month
617 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Monmouth, OR is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
473 Students
Public
Grades K-5
490 Students
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Points of Interest
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Parks and Recreation
- Sarah Helmick State Recreation Site
- Baskett Slough National Wildlife Refuge
- Joryville Park
- Eola Bend Park
- Minto Island Park
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† 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 June 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.