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Morrow

Pop. 2,523·1st most expensive in Ohio·Rental market data updated monthly for Morrow, OH
Median rent (all units)
$2,450/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+6.6%
vs US Median
+$485
Rising (Monthly)
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Morrow · $2,450
More expensive than 78% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
36% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,450/mo, rent takes about 36% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$98,000/yr
Local median income
$82,260/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Morrow's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$960
1 BR
$1,080
2 BR
$1,400
3 BR
$1,860
4 BR+
$2,050
Research median
$1,400/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
$29,400/yr
At $2,450/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +6.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Morrow, OH is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 35.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
2,523
Median income
$82,260
Median age
31.9
Renters
21.9%
Age distribution
30.7%
24.1%
25.9%
Under 1830.7%
18–3424.1%
35–5425.9%
55–648.4%
65+10.9%
Gender
51.1%
48.9%
Male51.1%
Female48.9%
Race & ethnicity
87.6%
White87.6%
Black4.1%
Hispanic5.9%
Other2.4%
Education (25+)
28%
31.8%
35.3%
No HS diploma4.9%
HS diploma28%
Some college31.8%
Bachelor's+35.3%
Housing tenure
78.1%
21.9%
Owner78.1%
Renter21.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Morrow, OH has changed in 5 years

Income
$58,158 → $82,260
up 41.4%
Population
2,214 → 2,523
up 14.0%
Renter share
31.2% → 21.9%
-9.3 pts
Bachelor's+
19.3% → 35.3%
+16.0 pts
Median age
36.6 → 31.9
-4.7 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Morrow, OH now reports about $82,260, up from $58,158 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 2,214 to 2,523 between 2021 and 2024, a 14.0% change. About 21.9% of households rent today, against 31.2% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 19.3% to 35.3%.

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Morrow rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Morrow, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Morrow is $2,450/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $960/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,400/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,080/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,860/mo.

At 36% of local median household income ($82,260/yr), Morrow ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Morrow an affordable city for renters?

Morrow is considered moderate for renters. At $2,450/mo, rent takes approximately 36% of the local median household income ($82,260/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Morrow slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Morrow?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $98,000/year (~$47/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,450/mo in Morrow. The local median household income is $82,260/yr, meaning the typical Morrow household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Morrow?

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

How does Morrow rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Morrow is one of the pricier cities in Ohio for rent, ranking #1 out of 128 tracked cities at $2,450/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Morrow?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Morrow ($2,450/mo): Loveland ($1,804/mo), South Lebanon ($2,090/mo), Mason ($2,097/mo).

What percentage of Morrow residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 21.9% of Morrow households are renters, while 78.1% are owner-occupied. Morrow leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Morrow rent compare to the national average?

Morrow's median rent of $2,450/mo is $485 (25%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #1 out of 128 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
36%
MODERATE

At $2,450/mo, rent takes ~36% of Morrow's median household income ($82,260/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Morrow 36%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.75–3.5%
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