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Pataskala

Pop. 18,223·3rd most expensive in Ohio·Rental market data updated monthly for Pataskala, OH
Median rent (all units)
$2,413/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+4.8%
vs US Median
+$448
Rising (Monthly)
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Pataskala · $2,413
More expensive than 77% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
31% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,413/mo, rent takes about 31% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$97,000/yr
Local median income
$92,033/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Pataskala's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,220
1 BR
$1,320
2 BR
$1,600
3 BR
$1,930
4 BR+
$2,150
Research median
$1,600/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
$28,956/yr
At $2,413/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +4.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Pataskala, OH is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
18,223
Median income
$92,033
Median age
37.1
Renters
27.9%
Age distribution
25.9%
21.1%
25.8%
16.3%
Under 1825.9%
18–3421.1%
35–5425.8%
55–6410.9%
65+16.3%
Gender
49.4%
50.6%
Male49.4%
Female50.6%
Race & ethnicity
69.7%
12.2%
White69.7%
Black9.6%
Hispanic4.9%
Asian12.2%
Other3.7%
Education (25+)
31.6%
31.9%
29.2%
No HS diploma7.3%
HS diploma31.6%
Some college31.9%
Bachelor's+29.2%
Housing tenure
72.1%
27.9%
Owner72.1%
Renter27.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Pataskala, OH has changed in 5 years

Income
$79,736 → $92,033
up 15.4%
Population
17,598 → 18,223
up 3.6%
Renter share
28.8% → 27.9%
-0.9 pts
Bachelor's+
26.1% → 29.2%
+3.1 pts
Median age
36.6 → 37.1
+0.5 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Pataskala, OH now reports about $92,033, up from $79,736 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 17,598 to 18,223 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.6% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 26.1% to 29.2%.

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Pataskala rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Pataskala, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Pataskala is $2,413/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,220/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,600/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,320/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,930/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($92,033/yr), Pataskala ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Pataskala an affordable city for renters?

Pataskala is considered moderate for renters. At $2,413/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($92,033/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Pataskala slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Pataskala?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $97,000/year (~$47/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,413/mo in Pataskala. The local median household income is $92,033/yr, meaning the typical Pataskala household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Pataskala?

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

How does Pataskala rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Pataskala is one of the pricier cities in Ohio for rent, ranking #3 out of 128 tracked cities at $2,413/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Pataskala?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Pataskala ($2,413/mo): Whitehall ($1,298/mo), Blacklick ($1,698/mo), Reynoldsburg ($1,726/mo).

What percentage of Pataskala residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 27.9% of Pataskala households are renters, while 72.1% are owner-occupied. Pataskala leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Pataskala rent compare to the national average?

Pataskala's median rent of $2,413/mo is $448 (23%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #3 out of 128 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $2,413/mo, rent takes ~31% of Pataskala's median household income ($92,033/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Pataskala 31%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.75–3.5%
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