How much does it cost to rent in Cuyahoga Falls, OH?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Cuyahoga Falls, OH is $1,484. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Cuyahoga Falls cheaper than other Ohio cities?

Cuyahoga Falls falls in the middle range for Ohio, ranking #67 out of 128 cities at $1,484/mo.

When was Cuyahoga Falls rent data last updated?

Cuyahoga Falls 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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Cuyahoga Falls

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Pop. 50,909·67th most expensive in Ohio·Rental market data updated monthly for Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Median rent (all units)

$1,484/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.3%

Month-over-Month

Stable

vs US Median

-$481

Stable (Monthly)

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Cuyahoga Falls · $1,484

More affordable than 77% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

65/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 7% below what Cuyahoga Falls's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,484/mo

Expected by trend

$1,601/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Cuyahoga Falls's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$830

1 BR

$915

2 BR

$1,175

3 BR

$1,455

4 BR+

$1,560

Research median

$1,175/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

$17,808/yr

At $1,484/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (2.3% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.3% YoY, -0.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Cuyahoga Falls, OH is majority owner-occupied, 37.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

50,909

Median income

$72,705

Median age

38.4

Renters

35.6%

Age distribution

17.7%

27.2%

23.4%

13.5%

18.1%

Under 1817.7%

18–3427.2%

35–5423.4%

55–6413.5%

65+18.1%

Gender

47.9%

52.1%

Male47.9%

Female52.1%

Race & ethnicity

84.7%

White84.7%

Black4.8%

Hispanic2.4%

Asian4.6%

Other3.4%

Education (25+)

28%

29.3%

37.7%

No HS diploma5%

HS diploma28%

Some college29.3%

Bachelor's+37.7%

Housing tenure

64.4%

35.6%

Owner64.4%

Renter35.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Cuyahoga Falls, OH has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,083 → $1,484

up 37.0%

Income

$62,294 → $72,705

up 16.7%

Population

50,906 → 50,909

up 0.0%

Renter share

38.1% → 35.6%

-2.5 pts

Bachelor's+

34.4% → 37.7%

+3.3 pts

Median age

37.9 → 38.4

+0.5 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Cuyahoga Falls, OH has climbed from $1,083 to $1,484, a 37.0% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $62,294 to $72,705 across the same window, up 16.7% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. Renters now make up 35.6% of households, compared with 38.1% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 37.7% of adults here, versus 34.4% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Cuyahoga Falls, OH look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Cuyahoga Falls on your salary?

At $1,484/mo, how Cuyahoga Falls rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 20.1% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 28.2% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 24.5% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 13.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 10.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 30.2% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 33.4% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 27.1% income

affordable

By apartment size

Cuyahoga Falls rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Cuyahoga Falls

About renting in Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Cuyahoga Falls is $1,484/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $830/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,175/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $915/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,455/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($72,705/yr), Cuyahoga Falls ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Cuyahoga Falls an affordable city for renters?

Cuyahoga Falls is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,484/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($72,705/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Cuyahoga Falls falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Cuyahoga Falls?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $59,000/year (~$28/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,484/mo in Cuyahoga Falls. The local median household income is $72,705/yr, meaning the typical Cuyahoga Falls household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Cuyahoga Falls?

Rent in Cuyahoga Falls has increased 2.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Cuyahoga Falls neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Cuyahoga Falls are 44221 ($1,394/mo), and 44223 ($1,539/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Cuyahoga Falls is $1,484/mo.

How does Cuyahoga Falls rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Cuyahoga Falls is middle-of-the-pack for Ohio for rent, ranking #67 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,484/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Cuyahoga Falls?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Cuyahoga Falls ($1,484/mo): Akron ($1,130/mo), Barberton ($1,172/mo), Fairlawn ($1,337/mo).

What percentage of Cuyahoga Falls residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35.6% of Cuyahoga Falls households are renters, while 64.4% are owner-occupied. Cuyahoga Falls leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Cuyahoga Falls rent compare to the national average?

Cuyahoga Falls's median rent of $1,484/mo is $481 (24%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #67 out of 128 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,484/mo, rent takes ~24% of Cuyahoga Falls's median household income ($72,705/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Cuyahoga Falls 24%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2.75–3.5%

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