How much does it cost to rent in Amelia, OH?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Amelia, OH is $1,503. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Amelia cheaper than other Ohio cities?

Amelia falls in the middle range for Ohio, ranking #63 out of 128 cities at $1,503/mo.

When was Amelia rent data last updated?

Amelia 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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Amelia

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Pop. 12,871·63rd most expensive in Ohio·Rental market data updated monthly for Amelia, OH

Median rent (all units)

$1,503/mo

Year-over-Year

+0.8%

Month-over-Month

-16.7%

vs US Median

-$462

Falling (Monthly)

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Amelia · $1,503

More affordable than 75% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

25% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,503/mo, rent takes about 25% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$60,000/yr

Local median income

$70,938/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Amelia's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$790

1 BR

$890

2 BR

$1,150

3 BR

$1,520

4 BR+

$1,680

Research median

$1,150/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

$18,036/yr

At $1,503/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 0.8% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.8% YoY, -16.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Amelia, OH is majority owner-occupied, 24% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

12,871

Median income

$70,938

Median age

33.2

Renters

38.7%

Age distribution

24.8%

28.1%

26.9%

Under 1824.8%

18–3428.1%

35–5426.9%

55–649.1%

65+11%

Gender

49.7%

50.3%

Male49.7%

Female50.3%

Race & ethnicity

91.4%

White91.4%

Black1.6%

Hispanic5.3%

Other1.5%

Education (25+)

31%

34%

24%

No HS diploma11%

HS diploma31%

Some college34%

Bachelor's+24%

Housing tenure

61.3%

38.7%

Owner61.3%

Renter38.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Amelia, OH has changed in 5 years

Income

$64,858 → $70,938

up 9.4%

Population

11,795 → 12,871

up 9.1%

Renter share

38.1% → 38.7%

+0.6 pts

Bachelor's+

24.8% → 24%

-0.8 pts

Median age

33.9 → 33.2

-0.7 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $70,938 today, compared with $64,858 five years earlier. Headcount in the area went from 11,795 to 12,871 between 2021 and 2024, a 9.1% change.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Amelia on your salary?

At $1,503/mo, how Amelia rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 20.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 28.6% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 24.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 13.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 10.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 30.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 33.8% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 27.4% income

affordable

By apartment size

Amelia rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Amelia

About renting in Amelia, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Amelia is $1,503/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $790/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,150/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $890/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,520/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($70,938/yr), Amelia ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Amelia an affordable city for renters?

Amelia is considered affordable for renters. At $1,503/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($70,938/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Amelia falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Amelia?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $60,000/year (~$29/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,503/mo in Amelia. The local median household income is $70,938/yr, meaning the typical Amelia household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Amelia?

Rent in Amelia has increased 0.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Amelia rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Amelia is middle-of-the-pack for Ohio for rent, ranking #63 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,503/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Amelia?

Alexandria is nearby and more affordable at $1,488/mo, which is $15 less than Amelia.

What percentage of Amelia residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.7% of Amelia households are renters, while 61.3% are owner-occupied. Amelia leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.