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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Niles, OH is $876. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Niles cheaper than other Ohio cities?

Niles is among the more affordable cities in Ohio, ranking #123 out of 128 cities at $876/mo.

When was Niles rent data last updated?

Niles 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

Niles

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Pop. 18,287·123rd most expensive in Ohio·Rents have been falling, good time to negotiate

Median rent (all units)

$876/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

-8.0%

vs US Median

-$1,089

Falling (Monthly)

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Niles · $876

More affordable than 99% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

21% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $876/mo, rent takes about 21% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$35,000/yr

Local median income

$50,953/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$660

1 BR

$700

2 BR

$880

3 BR

$1,170

4 BR+

$1,240

Research median

$880/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

$10,512/yr

At $876/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -8.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Niles, OH is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

18,287

Median income

$50,953

Median age

43.2

Renters

46.3%

Age distribution

16.3%

24.4%

22.4%

13.6%

23.3%

Under 1816.3%

18–3424.4%

35–5422.4%

55–6413.6%

65+23.3%

Gender

46.8%

53.2%

Male46.8%

Female53.2%

Race & ethnicity

87%

White87%

Black3.6%

Hispanic3.6%

Asian1.2%

Other4.6%

Education (25+)

44%

27%

21.2%

No HS diploma7.7%

HS diploma44%

Some college27%

Bachelor's+21.2%

Housing tenure

53.7%

46.3%

Owner53.7%

Renter46.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Niles, OH has changed in 5 years

Income

$45,590 → $50,953

up 11.8%

Population

18,319 → 18,287

down 0.2%

Renter share

41.9% → 46.3%

+4.4 pts

Bachelor's+

19.2% → 21.2%

+2.0 pts

Median age

45.4 → 43.2

-2.2 yrs

Median household income grew from $45,590 to $50,953 between 2021 and 2024, a 11.8% shift. About 46.3% of households rent today, against 41.9% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 19.2% to 21.2%.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Niles on your salary?

At $876/mo, how Niles rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 11.8% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 16.7% income

very comfortable

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 14.5% income

very comfortable

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 8.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 6.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 17.8% income

very comfortable

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 19.7% income

very comfortable

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 16% income

very comfortable

By apartment size

Niles rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Niles, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Niles is $876/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $660/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $880/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $700/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,170/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($50,953/yr), Niles ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Niles an affordable city for renters?

Niles is considered very affordable for renters. At $876/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($50,953/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Niles falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Niles?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $35,000/year (~$17/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $876/mo in Niles. The local median household income is $50,953/yr, meaning the typical Niles household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Niles?

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

How does Niles rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Niles is one of the more affordable cities in Ohio for rent, ranking #123 out of 128 tracked cities at $876/mo.

What percentage of Niles residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 46.3% of Niles households are renters, while 53.7% are owner-occupied. Niles leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.