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Canton

Pop. 69,755·117th most expensive in Ohio·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,054/mo
Year-over-Year
+5.0%
Month-over-Month
+0.8%
vs US Median
-$911
Rising (Monthly)
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Canton · $1,054
More affordable than 96% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
44/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% above what Canton's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent
$1,054/mo
Expected by trend
$1,021/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$657
1 BR
$739
2 BR
$957
3 BR
$1,203
4 BR+
$1,269
Research median
$957/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
$12,648/yr
At $1,054/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 5.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+5.0% YoY, +0.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Canton, OH is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
69,755
Median income
$43,188
Median age
35.2
Renters
51.3%
Age distribution
25.4%
24.4%
22.5%
15.7%
Under 1825.4%
18–3424.4%
35–5422.5%
55–6412%
65+15.7%
Gender
47.6%
52.4%
Male47.6%
Female52.4%
Race & ethnicity
60.3%
23.7%
White60.3%
Black23.7%
Hispanic6.7%
Asian0.6%
Other8.7%
Education (25+)
12.8%
37.4%
33.4%
16.4%
No HS diploma12.8%
HS diploma37.4%
Some college33.4%
Bachelor's+16.4%
Housing tenure
48.7%
51.3%
Owner48.7%
Renter51.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Canton, OH has changed in 5 years

Rent
$750 → $1,054
up 40.5%
Income
$34,611 → $43,188
up 24.8%
Population
71,097 → 69,755
down 1.9%
Renter share
52.2% → 51.3%
-0.9 pts
Bachelor's+
13.9% → 16.4%
+2.5 pts

Five years ago, renters in Canton, OH paid around $750 a month. That figure now sits near $1,054, up 40.5% from the 2021 baseline. On the earnings side, the typical household in Canton, OH now reports about $43,188, up from $34,611 in 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Canton, OH losing about 1,342 residents over the five-year window, down 1.9% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 13.9% to 16.4% across the same window. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Canton, OH reflects that arc in its own way.

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About renting in Canton, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Canton is $1,054/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $657/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $957/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $739/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,203/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($43,188/yr), Canton ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Canton an affordable city for renters?

Canton is considered affordable for renters. At $1,054/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($43,188/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Canton falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Canton?

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 $1,054/mo in Canton. The local median household income is $43,188/yr, meaning the typical Canton household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Canton?

Rent in Canton has increased 5.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Canton neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Canton are 44703 ($848/mo), 44714 ($875/mo), and 44705 ($1,054/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Canton is $1,054/mo.

How does Canton rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Canton is one of the more affordable cities in Ohio for rent, ranking #117 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,054/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Canton?

Alliance is nearby and more affordable at $847/mo, which is $207 less than Canton.

What percentage of Canton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 51.3% of Canton households are renters, while 48.7% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Canton has a strong rental market.

How does Canton rent compare to the national average?

Canton's median rent of $1,054/mo is $911 (46%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #117 out of 128 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,054/mo, rent takes ~29% of Canton's median household income ($43,188/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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