Apartments for rent in Silverton, OR

The small city of Silverton, Oregon is home to just over 10,000 people. Families with children should fit right in, as kids aged 5-14 account for an above-average 25% of the community, while young professionals are less well-represented. At an average age of just under 37, the city's population is younger than most cities in Oregon. Renters tend to be in the minority in Silverton, and 68% of residents own their homes. With a relatively low average rent of $953/month in the city, renting remains an affordable option, particularly compared to other cities in Oregon. Each month, renters in Silverton will pay around $124 less compared to the state average.

Compared to the national average (5%), Silverton has a relatively high concentration of residents older than 25 who have an Associate's degree (7%). In addition, 12% possess a Bachelor's degree and 7% have earned a Master's degree or Doctorate. There are three primary industries in Silverton: healthcare, retail, and education. Combined, these industries make up 17% of the workforce in the city. Silverton workers bring in an average annual income of just under $78K, around $7,000 more than the state average. Silverton's average income also compares favorably to the national average ($73,345).

With an average commute time of about 29 minutes, longer than most cities in the state, Silverton residents have found that getting to work takes some patience. Many residents (34%) drive themselves to work, while public transit is not used much. Walking (3%) isn't a common means of commuting to work, though the number exceeds the national average.