Cost of Living in Forest Grove, OR
Population: 26,406 • 2026 Data
$81,998
Median Household Income
+6% vs national
$1,393
Median Monthly Rent
+3% vs national
$464,300
Median Home Value
+37% vs national
4.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Forest Grove
The median home value in Forest Grove, OR is $464,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,393, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,498.
Rent-to-income ratio: 20.4%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Forest Grove, OR is $81,998. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4%, with a labor force of 13,384 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.