Special Interest
Housing in Harney County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Harney County averages $684/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Oregon median of $1,525 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 23% of household income on rent, below the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Harney County FMR Area are $740 for a studio, $811 for 1‑bedroom, $1,064 for 2‑bedroom, $1,480 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,785 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $380 increase for a 2-bedroom in Harney County shows a 56% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Harney County was 4.5% in 2024, compared to Oregon at 4.2% and the national rate of 4.0%.
