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

As of March 2026, the median monthly rent in Newtown, OH is $1,712. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Newtown cheaper than other Ohio cities?

Newtown is one of the pricier cities in Ohio, ranking #38 out of 138 cities tracked at $1,712/mo.

When was Newtown rent data last updated?

Newtown rent data reflects March 2026 and was last refreshed on March 14, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Newtown 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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Pop. 2,685·38th most expensive in Ohio·Rental market data updated monthly for Newtown, OH

Median rent (all units)

$1,712/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

-1.9%

vs US Median

-$253

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Newtown · $1,712

More affordable than 57% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

21% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,712/mo, rent takes about 21% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$68,000/yr

Local median income

$99,434/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

1 BR

$1,141

2 BR

$1,694

3 BR

$1,880

Research median

$1,694/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: March 14, 2026

Annual cost

$20,544/yr

At $1,712/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, -1.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Newtown, OH is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 55.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

2,685

Median income

$99,434

Median age

41.2

Renters

32.8%

Age distribution

24.9%

16.2%

27.5%

12.1%

19.3%

Under 1824.9%

18–3416.2%

35–5427.5%

55–6412.1%

65+19.3%

Gender

52.5%

47.5%

Male52.5%

Female47.5%

Race & ethnicity

88.9%

White88.9%

Black3.5%

Hispanic2%

Asian1.9%

Other3.8%

Education (25+)

14.6%

25.4%

55.1%

No HS diploma5%

HS diploma14.6%

Some college25.4%

Bachelor's+55.1%

Housing tenure

67.2%

32.8%

Owner67.2%

Renter32.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Newtown, OH has changed in 5 years

Income

$84,148 → $99,434

up 18.2%

Population

2,679 → 2,685

up 0.2%

Renter share

29.3% → 32.8%

+3.5 pts

Bachelor's+

55.8% → 55.1%

-0.7 pts

Census figures show median household income at $99,434 today, compared with $84,148 five years earlier. Renters now make up 32.8% of households, compared with 29.3% five years ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Newtown on your salary?

At $1,712/mo, how Newtown rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 23.1% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 32.6% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 28.3% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 15.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 12.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 34.8% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 38.5% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 31.3% income

stretched

By apartment size

Newtown rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Newtown

About renting in Newtown, OH

Last updated: March 14, 2026

The median rent in Newtown is $1,712/mo as of March 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $1,694/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,141/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,880/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($99,434/yr), Newtown ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Newtown an affordable city for renters?

Newtown is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,712/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($99,434/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Newtown falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Newtown?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $68,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,712/mo in Newtown. The local median household income is $99,434/yr, meaning the typical Newtown household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Newtown?

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

How does Newtown rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Newtown is one of the pricier cities in Ohio for rent, ranking #38 out of 138 tracked cities at $1,712/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Newtown?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Newtown ($1,712/mo): Silverton ($1,390/mo), Norwood ($1,526/mo).

What percentage of Newtown residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32.8% of Newtown households are renters, while 67.2% are owner-occupied. Newtown leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.