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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Marion, OH is $1,205. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Marion cheaper than other Ohio cities?

Marion is among the more affordable cities in Ohio, ranking #101 out of 128 cities at $1,205/mo.

When was Marion rent data last updated?

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

Is Marion a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Marion is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 0.0% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Marion

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Pop. 35,669·101st most expensive in Ohio·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,205/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

-2.0%

vs US Median

-$760

Falling (Monthly)

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Marion · $1,205

More affordable than 92% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

30% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,205/mo, rent takes about 30% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$48,000/yr

Local median income

$47,951/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$840

1 BR

$860

2 BR

$1,130

3 BR

$1,360

4 BR+

$1,500

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

$14,460/yr

At $1,205/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 0.0% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -2.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Marion, OH is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

35,669

Median income

$47,951

Median age

Renters

42.8%

Age distribution

19.6%

25%

26%

14.6%

14.9%

Under 1819.6%

18–3425%

35–5426%

55–6414.6%

65+14.9%

Gender

55.2%

44.8%

Male55.2%

Female44.8%

Race & ethnicity

80.6%

White80.6%

Black8.9%

Hispanic4%

Asian0.5%

Other6%

Education (25+)

13.5%

45.1%

31%

No HS diploma13.5%

HS diploma45.1%

Some college31%

Bachelor's+10.5%

Housing tenure

57.2%

42.8%

Owner57.2%

Renter42.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Marion, OH has changed in 5 years

Income

$41,884 → $47,951

up 14.5%

Population

36,053 → 35,669

down 1.1%

Renter share

44.2% → 42.8%

-1.4 pts

Bachelor's+

11% → 10.5%

-0.5 pts

Median age

36.9 → 39

+2.1 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Marion, OH now reports about $47,951, up from $41,884 in 2021. The population has contracted by 1.1% since 2021, moving from about 36,053 residents to roughly 35,669.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Marion on your salary?

At $1,205/mo, how Marion rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 16.3% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 22.9% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 19.9% income

very comfortable

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 11.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 8.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 24.5% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 27.1% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 22% income

affordable

By apartment size

Marion rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Marion

About renting in Marion, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Marion is $1,205/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $840/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,130/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $860/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,360/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($47,951/yr), Marion ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Marion an affordable city for renters?

Marion is considered moderate for renters. At $1,205/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($47,951/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Marion slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Marion?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $48,000/year (~$23/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,205/mo in Marion. The local median household income is $47,951/yr, meaning the typical Marion household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Marion?

Rent in Marion has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Marion rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Marion is one of the more affordable cities in Ohio for rent, ranking #101 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,205/mo.

What percentage of Marion residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 42.8% of Marion households are renters, while 57.2% are owner-occupied. Marion leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.