Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
25-34 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
18%
Springfield
Springfield, OR Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,184
Population
61,201
Renter Mix
46% Rent
While you won't find Bart on a skateboard, Springfield is a charming city on the river.
Outdoor Adventures
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Fun-Filled
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Riverfront
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Family-Friendly
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Yes, this is that Springfield — the one that inspired Matt Groening's fictional hometown in The Simpsons, and the Oregon native made sure the resemblance wasn't entirely coincidental. Tucked into the southern Willamette Valley and separated from Eugene by Interstate 5 and the Willamette River, Springfield carries a laid-back, outdoorsy character all its own. The McKenzie and Willamette rivers set the stage for rafting, fishing, and kayaking right at the city's edge, while nearby mountain trails and waterfalls make weekend plans easy to fill.
Day-to-day life here leans toward the unhurried side, with walkable pockets near downtown, a solid craft beer scene, and easy access to Eugene's amenities — including the University of Oregon. Max's Tavern, a local institution since 1932 and rumored inspiration for Moe's from The Simpsons, still draws a crowd and gives the city a story worth telling at any bar stool.
The rental market offers a range of options, from cozy single-family rentals to newer apartment communities with modern finishes. Whether you're drawn to a quiet wooded neighborhood or something closer to the action along Main Street, Springfield delivers comfort without the price tag of larger Oregon metros.
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Welcome to Springfield, Oregon.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$59,245
Average: $71,135
Education
11,677
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
31,453
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Springfield has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
46%
Non-Renters
54%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
14%
Other Education
86%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Springfield, OR is $1,157 for a studio, $1,184 for one bedroom, $1,510 for two bedrooms, and $1,954 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Springfield has decreased by -0.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,184/month
595 Sq Ft
House
$1,998/month
933 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Springfield, OR is for everyday living.
Not Walkable
Walkability
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Douglas Gardens Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
318 Students
Public
Grades K-5
411 Students
Public
Grades K-5
363 Students
Two Rivers Dos Rios Elementary
Public
Grades K-5
372 Students
Public
Grades K-5
347 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
563 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
513 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
428 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
571 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
228 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,277 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,317 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
School data provided by
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Willamalane Park Swim Center
- Jasper Pond
- Clearwater Park
- Middle Fork Path
- Dorris Ranch Living History Farm
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Mahlon Sweet Field
Top Apartments in Springfield
Houses for Rent in Springfield
Property Management Companies in Springfield, OR
Greystar
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3,490
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960,174
Units
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891
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4 Communities in Springfield
Horizon Realty Advisors
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41
Communities
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10,115
Units
-
28
Cities
4 Communities in Springfield
Blanton Turner
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35
Communities
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4,553
Units
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13
Cities
3 Communities in Springfield
Avenue5 Residential
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581
Communities
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129,613
Units
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224
Cities
2 Communities in Springfield
Yugo
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51
Communities
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10,995
Units
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41
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2 Communities in Springfield
Norris & Stevens, Inc.
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65
Communities
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5,081
Units
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25
Cities
2 Communities in Springfield
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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.