salaryRent is higher than in 54% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 7.2 years of household income, so buying is hard for most locals. Commutes are short, about 16.1 minutes. Most households rent (58%), so there are plenty of rental options. It is a highly educated city: 61.4% of adults have a college degree.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $69,720 a year. That is $34 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Oregon cities?
Yes. Rent here is cheaper than in most of Oregon. It is number 39 of 105 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Corvallis?
Share of households by yearly income. 25.8% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Corvallis
| Size | Corvallis | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,136 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,189 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,545 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,106 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,410 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Corvallis overall?
Everyday prices in the Corvallis metro area are 4% above the U.S. average (index 104.0, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Corvallis
Life in Corvallis
What jobs pay in Corvallis
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $170,470 | 12.3% |
| Physician Assistant | $146,710 | 14.3% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $136,650 | 15.3% |
| Software Developer | $125,650 | 16.6% |
| Lawyer | $123,650 | 16.9% |
| Dental Hygienist | $114,450 | 18.3% |
| Civil Engineer | $104,150 | 20.1% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $103,610 | 20.2% |
| Electrician | $99,880 | 20.9% |
| Police Officer | $94,720 | 22.1% |
| Operations Manager | $93,320 | 22.4% |
| Firefighter | $82,700 | 25.3% |
| Plumber | $80,400 | 26.0% |
| Accountant | $77,200 | 27.1% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,710 | 27.3% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $74,160 | 28.2% |
| Market Research Analyst | $64,700 | 32.3% |
| HVAC Technician | $63,720 | 32.8% |
| Carpenter | $63,290 | 33.0% |
| Truck Driver | $59,610 | 35.1% |
| Medical Assistant | $48,890 | 42.8% |
| Nursing Assistant | $48,830 | 42.8% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,600 | 44.9% |
| Customer Service Representative | $44,520 | 47.0% |
| Restaurant Cook | $38,380 | 54.5% |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,760 | 55.4% |
| Retail Salesperson | $35,410 | 59.1% |
| Cashier | $34,740 | 60.2% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Corvallis?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $1,746 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $502,900 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $50,290 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Corvallis, OR?
Renting in Corvallis costs a median of about $1,743 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Oregon median is $1,811.
How much do I need to make to live in Corvallis?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $69,720 a year, or $34 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Corvallis cheap or expensive?
Corvallis is rated OK: rent takes 29.8% of the typical household income of $70,115. It ranks 39th cheapest of 105 Oregon cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Corvallis?
The median homeowner in Corvallis pays $5,329 a year in property taxes, about 1.06% of the median home value.
Is Corvallis more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 4% above the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Corvallis?
The median home value in Corvallis is $502,900, about 7.2 times the typical yearly household income.
59,960 people live in Corvallis. Numbers are typical (middle) values.