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Dayton

Pop. 15,781·2nd most expensive in Nevada·Rental market data updated monthly for Dayton, NV
Median rent (all units)
$2,291/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+1.3%
vs US Median
+$329
Rising (Monthly)
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Dayton · $2,291
More expensive than 72% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
27% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,291/mo, rent takes about 27% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$92,000/yr
Local median income
$102,819/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Dayton's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,080
1 BR
$1,140
2 BR
$1,430
3 BR
$2,010
4 BR+
$2,410
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,430/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,291 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$27,492/yr
At $2,291/mo median
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Demographics

Who lives here

Dayton, NV is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
15,781
Median income
$102,819
Median age
44.1
Renters
20.1%
Age distribution
20.6%
18.5%
23.7%
15.1%
22%
Under 1820.6%
18–3418.5%
35–5423.7%
55–6415.1%
65+22%
Gender
54%
46%
Male54%
Female46%
Race & ethnicity
77.2%
20.6%
White77.2%
Black1.2%
Hispanic20.6%
Asian1.3%
Education (25+)
28.4%
43.4%
20.1%
No HS diploma8.1%
HS diploma28.4%
Some college43.4%
Bachelor's+20.1%
Housing tenure
79.9%
20.1%
Owner79.9%
Renter20.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Dayton, NV has changed in 5 years

Income
$75,205 → $102,819
up 36.7%
Population
15,036 → 15,781
up 5.0%
Renter share
20.3% → 20.1%
-0.2 pts
Bachelor's+
17.4% → 20.1%
+2.7 pts

Household income in the area moved from $75,205 to $102,819 across the same window, up 36.7% versus 2021. Census counts show Dayton, NV adding about 745 residents over the five-year window, up 5.0% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 17.4% to 20.1% across the same window.

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Dayton rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Dayton, NV

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Dayton is $2,291/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,080/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,430/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,140/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,010/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($102,819/yr), Dayton ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Dayton an affordable city for renters?

Dayton is considered affordable for renters. At $2,291/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($102,819/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Dayton falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Dayton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $92,000/year (~$44/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,291/mo in Dayton. The local median household income is $102,819/yr, meaning the typical Dayton household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Dayton?

Rent in Dayton has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of August 2026.

How does Dayton rent compare to other cities in Nevada?

Dayton is one of the pricier cities in Nevada for rent, ranking #2 out of 17 tracked cities at $2,291/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Dayton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Dayton ($2,291/mo): Carson City ($1,925/mo), Reno ($1,967/mo), Sparks ($2,082/mo).

What percentage of Dayton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 20.1% of Dayton households are renters, while 79.9% are owner-occupied. Dayton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Dayton rent compare to the national average?

Dayton's median rent of $2,291/mo is $329 (17%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Nevada, it ranks #2 out of 17 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
27%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,291/mo, rent takes ~27% of Dayton's median household income ($102,819/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Dayton 27%Benchmark 30%
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