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Batavia

Pop. 2,794·51st most expensive in Ohio·Batavia rents have dropped 8.0%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,608/mo
Year-over-Year
-8.0%
Month-over-Month
-6.6%
vs US Median
-$357
Falling (Monthly)
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Batavia · $1,608
More affordable than 69% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
82/100
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Rents are 16% below what Batavia's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,608/mo
Expected by trend
$1,915/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$870
1 BR
$980
2 BR
$1,270
3 BR
$1,680
4 BR+
$1,860
Research median
$1,270/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
$19,296/yr
At $1,608/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
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Rents are down 8.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-8.0% YoY, -6.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Batavia, OH is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
2,794
Median income
$60,984
Median age
38.7
Renters
41.6%
Age distribution
19.5%
24.3%
25.5%
14.8%
15.9%
Under 1819.5%
18–3424.3%
35–5425.5%
55–6414.8%
65+15.9%
Gender
53.9%
46.1%
Male53.9%
Female46.1%
Race & ethnicity
89.4%
White89.4%
Black3.1%
Hispanic3.7%
Other3.8%
Education (25+)
19.9%
42.3%
23%
14.8%
No HS diploma19.9%
HS diploma42.3%
Some college23%
Bachelor's+14.8%
Housing tenure
58.4%
41.6%
Owner58.4%
Renter41.6%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Batavia, OH has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,523 → $1,608
up 5.6%
Income
$53,821 → $60,984
up 13.3%
Population
2,614 → 2,794
up 6.9%
Renter share
47.7% → 41.6%
-6.1 pts
Bachelor's+
13% → 14.8%
+1.8 pts
Median age
36.6 → 38.7
+2.1 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Batavia, OH has shifted from $1,523 to $1,608, up 5.6% since 2022. Household income in the area moved from $53,821 to $60,984 across the same window, up 13.3% versus 2021. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Census counts show Batavia, OH adding about 180 residents over the five-year window, up 6.9% on net. The renter share has eased from 47.7% to 41.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Batavia, OH look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Batavia rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Batavia, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Batavia is $1,608/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $870/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,270/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $980/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,680/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($60,984/yr), Batavia ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 8.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Batavia an affordable city for renters?

Batavia is considered moderate for renters. At $1,608/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($60,984/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Batavia slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Batavia?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $64,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,608/mo in Batavia. The local median household income is $60,984/yr, meaning the typical Batavia household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Batavia?

Rent in Batavia has decreased 8.0% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Batavia rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Batavia is middle-of-the-pack for Ohio for rent, ranking #51 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,608/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Batavia?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Batavia ($1,608/mo): Amelia ($1,503/mo), Milford ($1,606/mo).

What percentage of Batavia residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 41.6% of Batavia households are renters, while 58.4% are owner-occupied. Batavia leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Batavia rent compare to the national average?

Batavia's median rent of $1,608/mo is $357 (18%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #51 out of 128 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
32%
MODERATE

At $1,608/mo, rent takes ~32% of Batavia's median household income ($60,984/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Batavia 32%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.75–3.5%
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