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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Pickerington, OH is $2,442. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Pickerington cheaper than other Ohio cities?

Pickerington is one of the pricier cities in Ohio, ranking #2 out of 128 cities tracked at $2,442/mo.

When was Pickerington rent data last updated?

Pickerington rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Pickerington

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Pop. 24,477·2nd most expensive in Ohio·Pickerington rents are up 11.3% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,442/mo

Year-over-Year

+11.3%

Month-over-Month

+6.5%

vs US Median

+$477

Rising (Monthly)

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Pickerington · $2,442

More expensive than 78% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

37/100

Overpriced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 6% above what Pickerington's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$2,442/mo

Expected by trend

$2,294/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,420

1 BR

$1,540

2 BR

$1,860

3 BR

$2,240

4 BR+

$2,500

Research median

$1,860/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

$29,304/yr

At $2,442/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 11.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+11.3% YoY, +6.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Pickerington, OH is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 47.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

24,477

Median income

$111,833

Median age

Renters

23.2%

Age distribution

27.5%

20.9%

30.6%

12.3%

Under 1827.5%

18–3420.9%

35–5430.6%

55–648.7%

65+12.3%

Gender

49.9%

50.1%

Male49.9%

Female50.1%

Race & ethnicity

59.1%

26.1%

White59.1%

Black26.1%

Hispanic3.5%

Asian6.8%

Other4.6%

Education (25+)

19.4%

29%

47.2%

No HS diploma4.4%

HS diploma19.4%

Some college29%

Bachelor's+47.2%

Housing tenure

76.8%

23.2%

Owner76.8%

Renter23.2%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Pickerington, OH has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,755 → $2,442

up 39.1%

Income

$104,293 → $111,833

up 7.2%

Population

22,682 → 24,477

up 7.9%

Renter share

21.1% → 23.2%

+2.1 pts

Bachelor's+

47.2% → 47.2%

+0.0 pts

Five years ago, renters in Pickerington, OH paid around $1,755 a month. That figure now sits near $2,442, up 39.1% from the 2022 baseline. Household income in the area moved from $104,293 to $111,833 across the same window, up 7.2% versus 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Pickerington, OH adding about 1,795 residents over the five-year window, up 7.9% on net. The renter share has risen from 21.1% to 23.2%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Pickerington, OH look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Pickerington on your salary?

At $2,442/mo, how Pickerington rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 33% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 46.5% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 40.3% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 22.6% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 17.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 49.6% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 55% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 44.6% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Pickerington rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Pickerington, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Pickerington is $2,442/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,420/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,860/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,540/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,240/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($111,833/yr), Pickerington ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 11.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Pickerington an affordable city for renters?

Pickerington is considered affordable for renters. At $2,442/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($111,833/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Pickerington falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Pickerington?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $98,000/year (~$47/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,442/mo in Pickerington. The local median household income is $111,833/yr, meaning the typical Pickerington household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Pickerington?

Rent in Pickerington has increased 11.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Pickerington rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Pickerington is one of the pricier cities in Ohio for rent, ranking #2 out of 128 tracked cities at $2,442/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Pickerington?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Pickerington ($2,442/mo): Blacklick ($1,698/mo), Reynoldsburg ($1,726/mo), Blacklick Estates ($1,753/mo).

What percentage of Pickerington residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 23.2% of Pickerington households are renters, while 76.8% are owner-occupied. Pickerington leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Pickerington rent compare to the national average?

Pickerington's median rent of $2,442/mo is $477 (24%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #2 out of 128 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

26%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,442/mo, rent takes ~26% of Pickerington's median household income ($111,833/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Pickerington 26%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2.75–3.5%

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