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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Kettering, OH is $1,366. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Kettering cheaper than other Ohio cities?

Kettering falls in the middle range for Ohio, ranking #80 out of 128 cities at $1,366/mo.

When was Kettering rent data last updated?

Kettering 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

Kettering

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Pop. 57,206·80th most expensive in Ohio·Kettering rents are up 22.2% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,366/mo

Year-over-Year

+22.2%

Month-over-Month

+4.0%

vs US Median

-$599

Rising (Monthly)

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Kettering · $1,366

More affordable than 84% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

39/100

Overpriced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 6% above what Kettering's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$1,366/mo

Expected by trend

$1,294/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$820

1 BR

$885

2 BR

$1,130

3 BR

$1,455

4 BR+

$1,615

Research median

$1,130/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

$16,392/yr

At $1,366/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 22.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+22.2% YoY, +4.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Kettering, OH is majority owner-occupied, 41.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

57,206

Median income

$74,681

Median age

38.5

Renters

35.1%

Age distribution

20.9%

24.5%

22.4%

12.5%

19.7%

Under 1820.9%

18–3424.5%

35–5422.4%

55–6412.5%

65+19.7%

Gender

48.2%

51.8%

Male48.2%

Female51.8%

Race & ethnicity

83.8%

White83.8%

Black6%

Hispanic3.7%

Asian1.7%

Other4.8%

Education (25+)

21.2%

32.4%

41.7%

No HS diploma4.7%

HS diploma21.2%

Some college32.4%

Bachelor's+41.7%

Housing tenure

64.9%

35.1%

Owner64.9%

Renter35.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Kettering, OH has changed in 5 years

Rent

$868 → $1,366

up 57.4%

Income

$65,054 → $74,681

up 14.8%

Population

57,503 → 57,206

down 0.5%

Renter share

36% → 35.1%

-0.9 pts

Bachelor's+

38.6% → 41.7%

+3.1 pts

Median age

39.2 → 38.5

-0.7 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Kettering, OH paid around $868 a month. That figure now sits near $1,366, up 57.4% from the 2021 baseline. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $65,054 in 2021 to $74,681 more recently. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 38.6% to 41.7% across the same window. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Kettering, OH market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Kettering on your salary?

At $1,366/mo, how Kettering rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 18.5% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 26% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 22.6% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 12.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 9.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 27.8% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 30.8% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 24.9% income

affordable

By apartment size

Kettering rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Kettering, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Kettering is $1,366/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $820/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,130/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $885/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,455/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($74,681/yr), Kettering ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 22.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Kettering an affordable city for renters?

Kettering is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,366/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($74,681/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Kettering falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Kettering?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $55,000/year (~$26/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,366/mo in Kettering. The local median household income is $74,681/yr, meaning the typical Kettering household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Kettering?

Rent in Kettering has increased 22.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Kettering neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Kettering are 45420 ($1,339/mo), and 45440 ($1,548/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Kettering is $1,366/mo.

How does Kettering rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Kettering is middle-of-the-pack for Ohio for rent, ranking #80 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,366/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Kettering?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Kettering ($1,366/mo): Dayton ($1,207/mo), West Carrollton ($1,245/mo), Huber Heights ($1,335/mo).

What percentage of Kettering residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35.1% of Kettering households are renters, while 64.9% are owner-occupied. Kettering leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Kettering rent compare to the national average?

Kettering's median rent of $1,366/mo is $599 (30%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #80 out of 128 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

22%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,366/mo, rent takes ~22% of Kettering's median household income ($74,681/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Kettering 22%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2.75–3.5%

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