Apartments for rent in Brookings, OR

Brookings is a small town in Oregon with just over 6,000 residents. Retirees are a frequent sight, as they account for 29% of the population compared to 14% nationally, while young adults are less well-represented. Overall, the town's residents, with an average age of just under 47, skew older than most cities in Oregon. By a narrow 53%-47% margin, homeowners slightly outnumber renters in Brookings. The average rent of $993 per month is a bit below the state average.

With an average commute time of about 14 minutes, shorter than most cities in Oregon, Brookings residents find that it isn't overly time-consuming to get to work. Many residents (29%) drive themselves to work, while public transportation isn't used. Walking (4%) isn't a common way to get to work, though the number does exceed the national average.

Compared to the national average (5%), Brookings has a large number of residents over the age of 25 who possess an Associate's degree (8%). Further, 12% possess a Bachelor's degree and 5% have earned a Master's degree or Doctorate. Retail is the most common industry in Brookings, making up 6% of the population. With an average annual income of just over $54K, Brookings workers earn less than the average Oregon resident. The town's average income also falls below the national average ($73,345).