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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Gahanna, OH is $1,621. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Gahanna cheaper than other Ohio cities?

Gahanna falls in the middle range for Ohio, ranking #48 out of 128 cities at $1,621/mo.

When was Gahanna rent data last updated?

Gahanna rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · OH

Gahanna

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Pop. 35,486·48th most expensive in Ohio·Gahanna rents are up 10.7% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,621/mo

Year-over-Year

+10.7%

Month-over-Month

-1.8%

vs US Median

-$344

Falling (Monthly)

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Gahanna · $1,621

More affordable than 68% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

18% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,621/mo, rent takes about 18% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$65,000/yr

Local median income

$109,061/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,280

1 BR

$1,380

2 BR

$1,670

3 BR

$2,010

4 BR+

$2,240

Research median

$1,670/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

$19,452/yr

At $1,621/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 10.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+10.7% YoY, -1.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Gahanna, OH is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 51.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

35,486

Median income

$109,061

Median age

38.8

Renters

29.4%

Age distribution

25.4%

18.4%

26.7%

12.9%

16.7%

Under 1825.4%

18–3418.4%

35–5426.7%

55–6412.9%

65+16.7%

Gender

47.3%

52.7%

Male47.3%

Female52.7%

Race & ethnicity

70%

16.7%

White70%

Black16.7%

Hispanic3.1%

Asian3.2%

Other7%

Education (25+)

19.2%

25.6%

51.7%

No HS diploma3.5%

HS diploma19.2%

Some college25.6%

Bachelor's+51.7%

Housing tenure

70.6%

29.4%

Owner70.6%

Renter29.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Gahanna, OH has changed in 5 years

Income

$95,547 → $109,061

up 14.1%

Population

35,626 → 35,486

down 0.4%

Renter share

29.2% → 29.4%

+0.2 pts

Bachelor's+

50.9% → 51.7%

+0.8 pts

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $95,547 in 2021 to $109,061 more recently.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Gahanna on your salary?

At $1,621/mo, how Gahanna rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 21.9% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 30.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 26.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 15% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 11.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 32.9% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 36.5% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 29.6% income

affordable

By apartment size

Gahanna rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Gahanna, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Gahanna is $1,621/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,280/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,670/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,380/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,010/mo.

At 18% of local median household income ($109,061/yr), Gahanna ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 10.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Gahanna an affordable city for renters?

Gahanna is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,621/mo, rent takes approximately 18% of the local median household income ($109,061/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Gahanna falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Gahanna?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $65,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,621/mo in Gahanna. The local median household income is $109,061/yr, meaning the typical Gahanna household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Gahanna?

Rent in Gahanna has increased 10.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Gahanna rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Gahanna is middle-of-the-pack for Ohio for rent, ranking #48 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,621/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Gahanna?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Gahanna ($1,621/mo): Whitehall ($1,298/mo), Columbus ($1,456/mo).

What percentage of Gahanna residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 29.4% of Gahanna households are renters, while 70.6% are owner-occupied. Gahanna leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.