How much does it cost to rent in Dayton, NV?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Dayton, NV is $2,261. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Dayton cheaper than other Nevada cities?

Dayton is one of the pricier cities in Nevada, ranking #3 out of 16 cities tracked at $2,261/mo.

When was Dayton rent data last updated?

Dayton rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Dayton

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Pop. 15,781·3rd most expensive in Nevada·Rental market data updated monthly for Dayton, NV

Median rent (all units)

$2,261/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+3.3%

vs US Median

+$296

Rising (Monthly)

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Dayton · $2,261

More expensive than 71% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

26% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,261/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$90,000/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

Research median

$1,430/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$27,132/yr

At $2,261/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +3.3% MoM), not inventory.

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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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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Dayton on your salary?

At $2,261/mo, how Dayton rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $91,646/yr · Rent = 29.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $65,068/yr · Rent = 41.7% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $74,952/yr · Rent = 36.2% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $133,967/yr · Rent = 20.3% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $171,176/yr · Rent = 15.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,926/yr · Rent = 44.5% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $55,009/yr · Rent = 49.3% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $67,803/yr · Rent = 40% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Dayton rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Dayton. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Dayton

About renting in Dayton, NV

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Dayton is $2,261/mo as of July 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 26% 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 $2,261/mo, rent takes approximately 26% 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 $90,000/year (~$43/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,261/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 July 2026.

How does Dayton rent compare to other cities in Nevada?

Dayton is one of the pricier cities in Nevada for rent, ranking #3 out of 16 tracked cities at $2,261/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Dayton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Dayton ($2,261/mo): Carson City ($1,840/mo), Reno ($1,932/mo), Sparks ($2,072/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.