Special Interest
Housing in Klamath County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Klamath County averages $991/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 33% of household income on rent, above the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Klamath County FMR Area are $904 for a studio, $1,007 for 1‑bedroom, $1,311 for 2‑bedroom, $1,823 for 3‑bedroom, and $2,199 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $320 increase for a 2-bedroom in Klamath County shows a 32% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Klamath County was 5.9% in 2024, compared to Oregon at 4.2% and the national rate of 4.0%.
