Studio Apartment Rent in Parma, OH
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Parma, Ohio as of August 2026. That's +33% lower than the citywide median of $1,373 and +28% below the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Parma
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Parma
Compare Parma's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Ohio
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ashland | $610 |
| 2 | Austintown | $610 |
| 3 | Louisville | $640 |
| 4 | Canton | $657 |
| 5 | Alliance | $660 |
| 6 | Boardman | $660 |
| 7 | Massillon | $660 |
| 8 | Niles | $660 |
| 9 | Warren | $660 |
| 10 | Sidney | $670 |
| 11 | Wooster | $670 |
| 12 | Marietta | $680 |
| 13 | Findlay | $690 |
| 14 | Youngstown | $695 |
| 15 | Springfield | $700 |
Most expensive cities for a studio in Ohio
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Albany | $1,540 |
| 2 | Pickerington | $1,420 |
| 3 | Sunbury | $1,410 |
| 4 | Dublin | $1,400 |
| 5 | Westerville | $1,375 |
| 6 | Lewis Center | $1,350 |
| 7 | Mason | $1,320 |
| 8 | Powell | $1,300 |
| 9 | Maineville | $1,280 |
| 10 | Gahanna | $1,280 |
| 11 | Avon Lake | $1,280 |
| 12 | Hilliard | $1,270 |
| 13 | Avon | $1,270 |
| 14 | Upper Arlington | $1,235 |
| 15 | Westlake | $1,220 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Parma.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Parma |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parma Heights, OH | 4.8 mi | $930 | +$5 (+1%) |
| Garfield Heights, OH | 7.6 mi | $970 | +$45 (+5%) |
| Cleveland, OH | 8.6 mi | $870 | $-55 (-6%) |
| Lakewood, OH | 8.9 mi | $910 | $-15 (-2%) |
| Fairview Park, OH | 10.1 mi | $850 | $-75 (-8%) |
| Maple Heights, OH | 10.9 mi | $1,090 | +$165 (+18%) |
| Brunswick, OH | 12.4 mi | $970 | +$45 (+5%) |
| Warrensville Heights, OH | 13 mi | $860 | $-65 (-7%) |
| Bedford, OH | 13 mi | $900 | $-25 (-3%) |
| Shaker Heights, OH | 13.3 mi | $1,030 | +$105 (+11%) |
| North Olmsted, OH | 14 mi | $950 | +$25 (+3%) |
| East Cleveland, OH | 14.4 mi | $740 | $-185 (-20%) |
Studio rent in Parma — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Parma?
As of August 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Parma, Ohio is $925 per month. This is +33% below the citywide median of $1,373.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Parma?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $37,000 ($3,083/month gross), which works out to roughly $17.79/hour at a full-time job.
Is Parma expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Parma's studio median of $925 is +28% below the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 21th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Parma rank for studio rent in Ohio?
Among the 114 cities in Ohio with studio data, Parma ranks #62 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Parma?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Cleveland ($870), Lakewood ($910), Fairview Park ($850).