Apartments for rent in Independence, OR

The small town of Independence, Oregon is home to approximately 9,000 residents. Families with young children will feel welcome, as kids under 5 account for an above-average percentage of the population, though young adults are also well-represented. At an average age of just under 31, the town's population is notably younger than most cities in Oregon, ranking as the third-youngest municipality in the state. Homeowners hold a slight majority over renters in Independence by a slim 54%-47% margin. Renting remains an affordable option, though, as the town boasts a relatively low average rent of $886 per month. Over the course of a year, renters in Independence will save around $2,300 compared to the state average.

Independence residents have an average commute of about 28 minutes. Driving is the most common means of commuting to work, opted for by 39% of workers, while public transit isn't used much. Relatively few residents walk to work.

Eight percent of Independence residents older than 25 possess a Bachelor's degree, while 3% have a Master's degree or Doctorate. There are two primary industries in Independence: healthcare and retail. Together, these industries make up 14% of the town's workforce. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many workers in these industries are in construction, which ranks as the top field in the town. Independence workers earn an average annual income of nearly $56K, less than those elsewhere in the state. The town's average income also falls below the national average of $73,345.