Douglas County, Oregon Housing Market
In Douglas County, Oregon, the median home value is $310,300, with a median monthly rent of $1,055. This places Douglas County at #573 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #24 within Oregon.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,026
- Establishments: 3,189
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 162
- Multi-family: 20
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 43,916 (avg $71,510)
- Outflow: 41,230 (avg $72,361)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Douglas County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 97435 | 394.9 | — | 2025 |
| 2 | 97443 | 281.3 | — | 2025 |
| 3 | 97462 | 239.7 | -12.75% | 2025 |
| 4 | 97495 | 288.2 | +12.38% | 2025 |
| 5 | 97467 | 316.9 | -0.97% | 2025 |
| 6 | 97479 | 307.8 | +4.26% | 2025 |
| 7 | 97496 | 282.8 | -1.56% | 2025 |
| 8 | 97457 | 307.7 | +2.38% | 2025 |
| 9 | 97470 | 301.6 | +1.65% | 2025 |
| 10 | 97424 | 291.4 | +4.41% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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View Mortgage Guide for Douglas County →How Douglas County Compares
| Metric | Douglas County | Oregon Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $310,300 | $386,691 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,055 | $1,190 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 72.7% | 68.4% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 24.5 | 26.8 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Douglas County is 19.8% below the Oregon state average and 36.3% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,055/month is 11.3% below the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 24.5, renting is generally more cost-effective than buying in the short to medium term. The market favors buyers only for long-term holds.
Douglas County has an owner-occupancy rate of 72.7%, compared to 68.4% in Oregon and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more renter-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkeley County | South Carolina | $310,300 | $1,654 |
| Idaho County | Idaho | $310,200 | $789 |
| Hancock County | Maine | $310,400 | $1,061 |
| Gloucester County | New Jersey | $310,400 | $1,531 |
| Bay County | Florida | $310,500 | $1,484 |
Other Counties in Oregon
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union County | $294,600 | $982 | 65.5% |
| Baker County | $285,600 | $865 | 71.5% |
| Coos County | $337,800 | $1,042 | 71.2% |
| Umatilla County | $282,600 | $997 | 67.9% |
| Klamath County | $280,400 | $991 | 69.4% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).