Manageable

What Salary Do You Need to Live in Wilsonville?

To afford a 2-bedroom in Wilsonville, you need to earn at least $82,640/year based on estimated fair market rent data. The median household income here is $83,210, which means the typical resident is $570 above the threshold.

Census ACS Data Pop. 25,992

Salary Required by Bedroom Size

Bedroom	Monthly Rent	Monthly Income	Annual Salary	vs. Median
Studio	$1,446	$4,820	$57,840	$-25,370
1 Bedroom	$1,715	$5,717	$68,600	$-14,610
2 Bedroom BENCHMARK	$2,066	$6,887	$82,640	$-570
3 Bedroom	$2,521	$8,403	$100,840	+$17,630
4 Bedroom	$3,099	$10,330	$123,960	+$40,750

Affordability Breakdown

Where the required salary line crosses above Wilsonville's median income — housing becomes unaffordable for the typical resident.

Required Salary Median Income

Income vs. Rent Snapshot

Median Income

$83,210

Annual household

2BR Required Salary

$82,640

Under 30% rule

Income Gap

+$570

Surplus

Verdict

Manageable

Ratio: 29.8%

The 30% Rule Calculator

Enter your annual salary to see what you can afford in Wilsonville

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Max monthly rent you can afford$2,080

Studio

$1,446/mo

1 BR

$1,715/mo

2 BR

$2,066/mo

3 BR

$2,521/mo

4 BR

$3,099/mo

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Salary Comparison by Bedroom

Bars left of the marker line are affordable for Wilsonville's median earner. Bars to the right require above-median income.

Affordable Above Median Median Income

What This Means If You're Moving to Wilsonville

Wilsonville is borderline manageable — the difference between required salary and median income is just $570. This means most households can technically afford a 2-bedroom, but have very little breathing room for savings or emergencies.

Downsizing to a 1-bedroom ($1,715/month) or studio ($1,446/month) materially improves the math. For those needing more space, a 3-bedroom in Wilsonville pushes the required income to $100,840.

For comfortable living in Wilsonville without financial stress, target a household income of at least $123,960 — this accounts for rent being approximately 30% of take-home pay while leaving adequate room for Oregon's cost of living.

Economic Outlook

Local Job Market & Housing Dynamics

Affording rent isn't just about housing prices—it's heavily dependent on local employment opportunities and the strength of the job market in Wilsonville, Oregon.

With a total population of 25,992, the city supports an active civilian workforce of 12,881 people. A strong employment base often indicates a stable economy, which is crucial when committing to a lease requiring a $82,640 annual salary. The ratio of employed residents to the total population provides insight into the local economic health and competition for both jobs and housing.

Employed Workforce

12,881

Active civilian employees in Wilsonville

Frequently Asked Questions About Renting in Wilsonville

What salary do I need to live in Wilsonville, Oregon?

To afford a 2-bedroom in Wilsonville under the 30% rule, you need an annual salary of at least $82,640. The median household income in Wilsonville is $83,210.

Can I afford a 2-bedroom in Wilsonville on $83,210?

The affordability verdict for Wilsonville is "Manageable". The rent-to-income ratio is 29.8%, meaning median earners have a $570 surplus.

What is the average rent in Wilsonville compared to median income?

The median gross rent in Wilsonville is $1,715/month. With a median household income of $83,210, residents spend approximately 29.8% of their income on rent.

What salary do I need for a studio in Wilsonville?

A studio in Wilsonville rents for approximately $1,446/month. Under the 30% rule, you need an annual salary of $57,840 to afford this.

Is Wilsonville considered an affordable place to live?

Based on the surplus of $570 and an affordability verdict of "Manageable", Wilsonville is considered a manageable rental market when comparing the required 2-bedroom salary of $82,640 to the local median household income.

How Wilsonville Compares

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