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Cambridge

Pop. 10,060·122nd most expensive in Ohio·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,050/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
Stable
vs US Median
-$912
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Cambridge · $1,050
More affordable than 95% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
29% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,050/mo, rent takes about 29% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$42,000/yr
Local median income
$42,946/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Cambridge's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$660
1 BR
$670
2 BR
$880
3 BR
$1,150
4 BR+
$1,380
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$880/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,050 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: March 14, 2026

Annual cost
$12,600/yr
At $1,050/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Balanced Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +0.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Cambridge, OH is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
10,060
Median income
$42,946
Median age
42.3
Renters
51.4%
Age distribution
21.5%
22.5%
21.9%
13.9%
20.3%
Under 1821.5%
18–3422.5%
35–5421.9%
55–6413.9%
65+20.3%
Gender
47.6%
52.4%
Male47.6%
Female52.4%
Race & ethnicity
89.7%
White89.7%
Black6.1%
Hispanic2.2%
Other1.9%
Education (25+)
12.8%
44.9%
26.8%
15.4%
No HS diploma12.8%
HS diploma44.9%
Some college26.8%
Bachelor's+15.4%
Housing tenure
48.6%
51.4%
Owner48.6%
Renter51.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Cambridge, OH has changed in 5 years

Income
$35,798 → $42,946
up 20.0%
Population
10,116 → 10,060
down 0.6%
Renter share
51.6% → 51.4%
-0.2 pts
Bachelor's+
14.1% → 15.4%
+1.3 pts
Median age
35.4 → 42.3
+6.9 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Cambridge, OH now reports about $42,946, up from $35,798 in 2021.

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At $1,050/mo, how Cambridge rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Cambridge rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Cambridge, OH

Last updated: March 14, 2026

The median rent in Cambridge is $1,050/mo as of March 2026. A studio apartment averages $660/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $880/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $670/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,150/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($42,946/yr), Cambridge ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Cambridge an affordable city for renters?

Cambridge is considered affordable for renters. At $1,050/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($42,946/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Cambridge falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Cambridge?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $42,000/year (~$20/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,050/mo in Cambridge. The local median household income is $42,946/yr, meaning the typical Cambridge household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Cambridge?

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

How does Cambridge rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Cambridge is one of the more affordable cities in Ohio for rent, ranking #122 out of 138 tracked cities at $1,050/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Cambridge?

Marietta is nearby and more affordable at $998/mo, which is $52 less than Cambridge.

What percentage of Cambridge residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 51.4% of Cambridge households are renters, while 48.6% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Cambridge has a strong rental market.

How does Cambridge rent compare to the national average?

Cambridge's median rent of $1,050/mo is $912 (46%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #122 out of 138 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,050/mo, rent takes ~29% of Cambridge's median household income ($42,946/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Cambridge 29%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.75–3.5%
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