How much does it cost to rent in North Canton, OH?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in North Canton, OH is $1,373. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is North Canton cheaper than other Ohio cities?

North Canton falls in the middle range for Ohio, ranking #79 out of 128 cities at $1,373/mo.

When was North Canton rent data last updated?

North Canton 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

North Canton

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Pop. 17,727·79th most expensive in Ohio·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,373/mo

Year-over-Year

-3.2%

Month-over-Month

+1.7%

vs US Median

-$592

Rising (Monthly)

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North Canton · $1,373

More affordable than 83% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

76/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 13% below what North Canton's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,373/mo

Expected by trend

$1,580/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where North Canton's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$740

1 BR

$830

2 BR

$1,070

3 BR

$1,340

4 BR+

$1,420

Research median

$1,070/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

$16,476/yr

At $1,373/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (-3.2% YoY, +1.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

North Canton, OH is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 38.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

17,727

Median income

$72,544

Median age

45.7

Renters

30.7%

Age distribution

15.4%

22.8%

23.4%

12.4%

26%

Under 1815.4%

18–3422.8%

35–5423.4%

55–6412.4%

65+26%

Gender

46.9%

53.1%

Male46.9%

Female53.1%

Race & ethnicity

92.2%

White92.2%

Black2.3%

Hispanic2.2%

Asian0.8%

Other2.5%

Education (25+)

27.3%

32.5%

38.2%

No HS diploma2%

HS diploma27.3%

Some college32.5%

Bachelor's+38.2%

Housing tenure

69.3%

30.7%

Owner69.3%

Renter30.7%

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

2022 vs 2026

How North Canton, OH has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,318 → $1,373

up 4.2%

Income

$62,303 → $72,544

up 16.4%

Population

17,884 → 17,727

down 0.9%

Renter share

33% → 30.7%

-2.3 pts

Bachelor's+

36% → 38.2%

+2.2 pts

Median age

43 → 45.7

+2.7 yrs

Rent in North Canton, OH has increased 4.2% since 2022, going from about $1,318 per month to roughly $1,373 today. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $62,303 in 2021 to $72,544 more recently. Income growth outran rent by about 12.2 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. About 30.7% of households rent today, against 33% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 36% to 38.2%. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the North Canton, OH market of 2022.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in North Canton on your salary?

At $1,373/mo, how North Canton rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 18.6% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 26.1% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 22.7% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 12.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 9.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 27.9% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 30.9% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 25.1% income

affordable

By apartment size

North Canton rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in North Canton, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in North Canton is $1,373/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $740/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,070/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $830/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,340/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($72,544/yr), North Canton ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is North Canton an affordable city for renters?

North Canton is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,373/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($72,544/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. North Canton falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in North Canton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $55,000/year (~$26/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,373/mo in North Canton. The local median household income is $72,544/yr, meaning the typical North Canton household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in North Canton?

Rent in North Canton has decreased 3.2% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does North Canton rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

North Canton is middle-of-the-pack for Ohio for rent, ranking #79 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,373/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than North Canton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than North Canton ($1,373/mo): Canton ($1,054/mo), Massillon ($1,093/mo), Akron ($1,130/mo).

What percentage of North Canton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 30.7% of North Canton households are renters, while 69.3% are owner-occupied. North Canton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does North Canton rent compare to the national average?

North Canton's median rent of $1,373/mo is $592 (30%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #79 out of 128 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

23%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,373/mo, rent takes ~23% of North Canton's median household income ($72,544/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

North Canton 23%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2.75–3.5%

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