City Report · OH

Huber Heights

Pop. 43,455·84th most expensive in Ohio·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,335/mo
Year-over-Year
-4.0%
Month-over-Month
-0.4%
vs US Median
-$630
Stable (Monthly)
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Huber Heights · $1,335
More affordable than 86% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
60/100
Good value
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Rents are 5% below what Huber Heights's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,335/mo
Expected by trend
$1,405/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$850
1 BR
$920
2 BR
$1,170
3 BR
$1,510
4 BR+
$1,670
Research median
$1,170/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
$16,020/yr
At $1,335/mo median
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Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (down 4.0% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-4.0% YoY, -0.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Huber Heights, OH is majority owner-occupied, 26% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
43,455
Median income
$79,131
Median age
38.2
Renters
29.1%
Age distribution
24.4%
21.3%
26.1%
12.1%
16.1%
Under 1824.4%
18–3421.3%
35–5426.1%
55–6412.1%
65+16.1%
Gender
47.8%
52.2%
Male47.8%
Female52.2%
Race & ethnicity
71.9%
14.6%
White71.9%
Black14.6%
Hispanic5.5%
Asian3.5%
Other4.5%
Education (25+)
29.1%
38%
26%
No HS diploma6.8%
HS diploma29.1%
Some college38%
Bachelor's+26%
Housing tenure
70.9%
29.1%
Owner70.9%
Renter29.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Huber Heights, OH has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,058 → $1,335
up 26.2%
Income
$69,184 → $79,131
up 14.4%
Population
42,650 → 43,455
up 1.9%
Renter share
26% → 29.1%
+3.1 pts
Bachelor's+
23.5% → 26%
+2.5 pts
Median age
37 → 38.2
+1.2 yrs

The median rent in Huber Heights, OH stood at $1,058 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,335, reflecting a 26.2% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $69,184 to $79,131 across the same window, up 14.4% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 1.9% since 2021, moving from about 42,650 residents to roughly 43,455. Renters now make up 29.1% of households, compared with 26% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 26% of adults here, versus 23.5% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Huber Heights, OH look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Huber Heights rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Huber Heights, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Huber Heights is $1,335/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $850/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,170/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $920/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,510/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($79,131/yr), Huber Heights ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 4.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Huber Heights an affordable city for renters?

Huber Heights is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,335/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($79,131/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Huber Heights falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Huber Heights?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $53,000/year (~$25/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,335/mo in Huber Heights. The local median household income is $79,131/yr, meaning the typical Huber Heights household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Huber Heights?

Rent in Huber Heights has decreased 4.0% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Huber Heights rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Huber Heights is middle-of-the-pack for Ohio for rent, ranking #84 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,335/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Huber Heights?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Huber Heights ($1,335/mo): Shiloh ($1,130/mo), Vandalia ($1,168/mo), Dayton ($1,207/mo).

What percentage of Huber Heights residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 29.1% of Huber Heights households are renters, while 70.9% are owner-occupied. Huber Heights leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Huber Heights rent compare to the national average?

Huber Heights's median rent of $1,335/mo is $630 (32%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #84 out of 128 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
20%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,335/mo, rent takes ~20% of Huber Heights's median household income ($79,131/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax2.75–3.5%
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