How much does it cost to rent in Mayfield Heights, OH?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Mayfield Heights, OH is $1,355. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Mayfield Heights cheaper than other Ohio cities?

Mayfield Heights falls in the middle range for Ohio, ranking #81 out of 128 cities at $1,355/mo.

When was Mayfield Heights rent data last updated?

Mayfield Heights 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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Mayfield Heights

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Pop. 20,022·81st most expensive in Ohio·Mayfield Heights rents are up 14.1% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,355/mo

Year-over-Year

+14.1%

Month-over-Month

+1.2%

vs US Median

-$610

Rising (Monthly)

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Mayfield Heights · $1,355

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

Affordability

24% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,355/mo, rent takes about 24% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$54,000/yr

Local median income

$66,524/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,010

1 BR

$1,150

2 BR

$1,390

3 BR

$1,790

4 BR+

$1,920

Research median

$1,390/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

$16,260/yr

At $1,355/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 14.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+14.1% YoY, +1.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Mayfield Heights, OH is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, 42.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

20,022

Median income

$66,524

Median age

38.6

Renters

51%

Age distribution

18.9%

24.1%

23.1%

22.9%

Under 1818.9%

18–3424.1%

35–5423.1%

55–6411%

65+22.9%

Gender

45.9%

54.1%

Male45.9%

Female54.1%

Race & ethnicity

59.5%

20.2%

White59.5%

Black20.2%

Hispanic4.4%

Asian7.7%

Other8.2%

Education (25+)

28.1%

24.2%

42.9%

No HS diploma4.8%

HS diploma28.1%

Some college24.2%

Bachelor's+42.9%

Housing tenure

49%

51%

Owner49%

Renter51%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Mayfield Heights, OH has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,287 → $1,355

up 5.3%

Income

$59,322 → $66,524

up 12.1%

Population

20,113 → 20,022

down 0.5%

Renter share

55.2% → 51%

-4.2 pts

Bachelor's+

39.1% → 42.9%

+3.8 pts

Compared with 2023, rent in Mayfield Heights, OH has climbed by $68 per month, settling near $1,355 after starting the period at $1,287. On the earnings side, the typical household in Mayfield Heights, OH now reports about $66,524, up from $59,322 in 2021. Income growth outran rent by about 6.8 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. About 51% of households rent today, against 55.2% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 39.1% to 42.9%. For context, the 2023 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Mayfield Heights, OH reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Mayfield Heights on your salary?

At $1,355/mo, how Mayfield Heights rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 18.3% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 25.8% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 22.4% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 12.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 9.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 27.5% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 30.5% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 24.7% income

affordable

By apartment size

Mayfield Heights rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Mayfield Heights, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Mayfield Heights is $1,355/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,010/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,390/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,150/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,790/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($66,524/yr), Mayfield Heights ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 14.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Mayfield Heights an affordable city for renters?

Mayfield Heights is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,355/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($66,524/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Mayfield Heights falls comfortably within that range.

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

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $54,000/year (~$26/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,355/mo in Mayfield Heights. The local median household income is $66,524/yr, meaning the typical Mayfield Heights household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Mayfield Heights?

Rent in Mayfield Heights has increased 14.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Mayfield Heights is middle-of-the-pack for Ohio for rent, ranking #81 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,355/mo.

What percentage of Mayfield Heights residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 51% of Mayfield Heights households are renters, while 49% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Mayfield Heights has a strong rental market.

How does Mayfield Heights rent compare to the national average?

Mayfield Heights's median rent of $1,355/mo is $610 (31%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #81 out of 128 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,355/mo, rent takes ~24% of Mayfield Heights's median household income ($66,524/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Mayfield Heights 24%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2.75–3.5%

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