Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Roseburg

Affordability in Roseburg, OR

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median monthly rent in Roseburg is $1,063 and the median household income is $53,918 per year. About 46% of residents rent their homes, reflecting a substantial renter population in the city.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Roseburg Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 217 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not comparable across cities due to differences in reporting methods and local definitions.

Of the 7 HUD-assisted properties in Roseburg tracked by Lease Lantern, none are located in a high flood-risk zone, based on FEMA flood map data.

Getting Around Roseburg

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Roseburg rates 48 (Car-Dependent) for walkability, 21 (Minimal Transit) for public transit, and 76 for bikeability. Most errands will require a car, but biking is a relatively strong option for those who can use it.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 15 schools across 3 districts serve Roseburg, including 9 elementary, 2 middle, and 4 high schools. Ratings and quality vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before signing a lease.

Cost of Living in Roseburg, OR

The median household income in Roseburg is $53,918 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The citywide median rent is $1,063 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year estimates.

Affordable and income-based housing can make a real difference here. Rent at HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties is typically tied to a percentage of your income or the area median income, rather than the open market rate.

• Median household income: $53,918/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,063/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 46% of Roseburg residents rent their homes (Census ACS 5-Year)

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 7 HUD-assisted properties in Roseburg have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring finding for renters concerned about flood exposure.