Woodburn, OR
Landlord insurance in Woodburn, Oregon
Coverage for rental homes and 2–4 unit buildings in Woodburn, with local Census housing data. A quote is not a binder.
With an estimated 30,449 residents, Woodburn has around 3,450 renter households, about 36% of occupied housing. Statewide, Oregon sits at 37%, so Woodburn's rental share is close to the state figure.
Census snapshot: Woodburn housing
| Measure | Woodburn | Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Renter-occupied homes | 36% (3,450) | 37% |
| Median owner-occupied home value | $331,800 | $477,600 |
| Median gross rent | $1,489/mo | $1,525/mo |
| Median year structure built | 1978 | 1981 |
| Homes in 2–4 unit buildings | 7% | 7% |
| Single-family homes (detached or attached) | 67% | 68% |
Figures from the U.S. Census Bureau (ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates; 2024 population estimates).
Insured value and premium context in Woodburn
Woodburn's median home value, roughly $331,800, gives a rough sense of what rentals here are worth; the state median is $477,600. For insurance, ask for a replacement-cost estimate on your specific building.
For context, the NAIC reported that Oregon dwelling-fire policies insuring $325,000 to $349,999 averaged $855 a year in 2023, against a statewide dwelling-fire average of $886. Those are owner-occupied dwelling-form figures, not landlord quotes.
Fair rental value coverage for Woodburn units
The Census median gross rent for Woodburn, $1,489 per month, is a reasonable starting point for fair rental value. At that rate, 12 months is about $17,868 per unit.
How old Woodburn's housing is, and why it matters
The median Woodburn home was built around 1978. Rentals from that era may still have original panels, aging supply lines, or roofs on a second or third replacement, which are the details underwriters ask about first.
Woodburn's mix of rental buildings
Woodburn's housing is mixed: about 67% single-family, 7% in 2–4 unit buildings, and 19% in buildings of five or more units. Dwelling forms fit up to four units; larger buildings need commercial apartment coverage.
Woodburn next to other Oregon rental cities
Salem has a renter share of 44% with homes valued around $416,900 at the median. For comparison, Keizer comes in at 37% rented and $434,100 median value, with median rent of $1,424. For comparison, Portland comes in at 48% rented and $581,500 median value, with median rent of $1,655. By renter share, Woodburn is number 16 on our list of 20 Oregon cities. Manufactured and mobile homes make up about 7% of Woodburn's housing, and many dwelling programs underwrite those separately. Buildings with five or more units hold about 19% of Woodburn's homes; those generally need commercial apartment coverage rather than dwelling forms.
Woodburn weather exposures that affect landlord claims
For rentals in Woodburn, the hazards that most often shape Oregon landlord coverage include earthquake, excluded unless added by endorsement and heavy rain and water intrusion during winter storms. Ask how your policy handles each, and whether any separate deductible applies.
Hazard themes reflect FEMA’s National Risk Index and NOAA’s Storm Events Database; check the index for your specific county.
Getting a landlord quote in Woodburn
- Year built and roof age
- How it is occupied today, including any vacancy or short-term use
- Electrical, plumbing, and heating update years
- Current insurer and any losses in five years
- Lender name for the mortgagee clause
- How much liability and lost rent you want covered
- The Woodburn address and how many units it has
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Questions from Woodburn rental owners
How many renters live in Woodburn?
About 36% of occupied homes in Woodburn, roughly 3,450 households, are renter-occupied according to the 2020–2024 American Community Survey.
Is landlord insurance required in Woodburn?
Oregon law does not require landlord insurance, but lenders usually require property coverage, and many leases, HOAs, and property managers require liability coverage.
What is a typical landlord premium in Woodburn?
It depends on the building, coverage, and deductible. For background, the NAIC reported a 2023 Oregon dwelling-fire average of $886; see our Oregon page for the full table.
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Last updated October 15, 2026. Sources and method: how we research.