Market Snapshot

Report generated March 2026

IndicatorValue
Population23,958
↓ 0.1% since 2020
Median Household Income$82,095
10% above national median
Median Home Value$571,200
Unemployment Rate3.5%
Median Age40.2 years
Housing Vacancy Rate11.6%
Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months)18 transactions
Active Listings23 properties
Avg Days on Market535 days

Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Mar 2025 – Mar 2026)

MetricValue
Median Price/Acre$267,500
Recent Sales14 transactions
Avg Days on Market163 days
Avg Parcel Size15.55 acres
Active Listings14 properties

Recent Rural Land Sales

DateAcresPrice$/AcreAddressCity
Mar 2026New3.02$190,000$62,9143257 Lingren RdHood River
Jan 202659.98$1,750,000$29,1764100 Portland DrHood River
Jan 20266.91$66,000$9,5512999 Shute RdHood River
Dec 202518.50$235,000$12,7030 Kingsley RdHood River
Nov 20252.00$535,000$267,5003820 Belmont DrHood River
Nov 20251.08$435,000$402,7783856 Belmont DrHood River
Oct 20251.00$449,000$449,0003852 Belmont DrHood River
Oct 20253.58$465,000$129,8882946 Webb DrHood River
Aug 20251.07$400,000$373,832Highline DrHood River
Aug 2025114.49$789,000$6,89110200 Cooper Spur RdMount Hood Parkdale
DateAcresPrice$/AcreAddressCity
Aug 20251.06$450,000$424,528850 Hobbs RdHood River
Jun 20252.00$400,000$200,000Gravenstein DrHood River
May 20251.26$350,000$277,778N Lot Windy RdHood River
Mar 20251.75$1,600,000$914,286Avalon DrHood River

Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Sep 2025 – Jan 2026)

MetricValue
Median Lot Price$399,000
Recent Sales4 transactions
Avg Days on Market107 days
Avg Parcel Size0.13 acres
Active Listings9 properties

Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales

DateAcresPriceAddressCity
Jan 20260.06$86,500235 SW Sternwheeler Dr #25Cascade Locks
Jan 20260.06$86,500215 SW Sternwheeler Dr #27Cascade Locks
Oct 20250.20$399,0001105 Barone LnHood River
Sep 20250.21$625,0001111 9th StHood River

County Profile

DemographicValue
Total Population (2023)23,958
Population (2020)23,977
Population Growth-0.08%
Median Household Income$82,095
Median Home Value$571,200
Total Housing Units10,210
Vacant Housing Units1,189
Housing Vacancy Rate11.6%
Median Age40.2
Bachelor's Degree or Higher3,834 (16.0%)
Unemployment Rate3.5%

Market Overview

Hood River County, Oregon has a population of 23,958, which has declined 0.08% since 2020. The median household income is $82,095, above the national median of $74,580 by 10.1%. The housing vacancy rate of 11.6% suggests balanced market conditions. The county's location in Oregon makes it accessible for investors and developers seeking rural land. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $140,664 per acre, with properties averaging 13.30 acres. There are currently 23 active land listings in the county.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current population of Hood River County, Oregon?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Hood River County has a population of 23,958. The county has declined 0.08% since the 2020 Census.
What is the median household income in Hood River County?
The median household income in Hood River County is $82,095, which is 10.1% above the national median of $74,580.
Is Hood River County growing or shrinking?
Hood River County is shrinking. The population has declined 0.08% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Hood River County?
The median home value in Hood River County is $571,200. The housing vacancy rate is 11.6%, which suggests balanced market conditions. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, reflecting the local economic conditions. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $140,664 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $300,000.
Does Reelvest buy land in Hood River County, Oregon?
Yes! Reelvest Properties buys vacant land throughout Oregon, including Hood River County. We make cash offers within 24-48 hours, close in 14-30 days, and pay all closing costs. Get your free cash offer today.
Data Sources: Market data reflects recent vacant land transactions in the county. Demographic data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (2023), Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025). Updated monthly.