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Parma Heights

Pop. 20,581·92nd most expensive in Ohio·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,276/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.2%
Month-over-Month
-1.0%
vs US Median
-$689
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Parma Heights · $1,276
More affordable than 89% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
25% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,276/mo, rent takes about 25% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$51,000/yr
Local median income
$61,009/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Parma Heights's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$930
1 BR
$1,050
2 BR
$1,270
3 BR
$1,630
4 BR+
$1,750
Research median
$1,270/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$15,312/yr
At $1,276/mo median
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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 (+2.2% YoY, -1.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Parma Heights, OH is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
20,581
Median income
$61,009
Median age
40.8
Renters
42.2%
Age distribution
19.7%
22.7%
27.2%
20%
Under 1819.7%
18–3422.7%
35–5427.2%
55–6410.4%
65+20%
Gender
48.5%
51.5%
Male48.5%
Female51.5%
Race & ethnicity
73%
16.5%
White73%
Black16.5%
Hispanic4.3%
Asian3.3%
Other2.9%
Education (25+)
34.5%
29.2%
27.5%
No HS diploma8.7%
HS diploma34.5%
Some college29.2%
Bachelor's+27.5%
Housing tenure
57.8%
42.2%
Owner57.8%
Renter42.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Parma Heights, OH has changed in 5 years

Income
$53,642 → $61,009
up 13.7%
Population
20,764 → 20,581
down 0.9%
Renter share
42.6% → 42.2%
-0.4 pts
Bachelor's+
26.5% → 27.5%
+1.0 pts

Census figures show median household income at $61,009 today, compared with $53,642 five years earlier.

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Parma Heights rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Parma Heights, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Parma Heights is $1,276/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $930/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,270/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,050/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,630/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($61,009/yr), Parma Heights ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Parma Heights an affordable city for renters?

Parma Heights is considered affordable for renters. At $1,276/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($61,009/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Parma Heights falls comfortably within that range.

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

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $51,000/year (~$25/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,276/mo in Parma Heights. The local median household income is $61,009/yr, meaning the typical Parma Heights household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Parma Heights?

Rent in Parma Heights has increased 2.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Parma Heights is one of the more affordable cities in Ohio for rent, ranking #92 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,276/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Parma Heights?

Fairview Park is nearby and more affordable at $1,195/mo, which is $81 less than Parma Heights.

What percentage of Parma Heights residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 42.2% of Parma Heights households are renters, while 57.8% are owner-occupied. Parma Heights leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Parma Heights rent compare to the national average?

Parma Heights's median rent of $1,276/mo is $689 (35%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #92 out of 128 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,276/mo, rent takes ~25% of Parma Heights's median household income ($61,009/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax2.75–3.5%
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