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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Piqua, OH is $1,087. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Piqua cheaper than other Ohio cities?

Piqua is among the more affordable cities in Ohio, ranking #112 out of 128 cities at $1,087/mo.

When was Piqua rent data last updated?

Piqua 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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Piqua

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Pop. 20,646·112th most expensive in Ohio·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,087/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

-3.2%

vs US Median

-$878

Falling (Monthly)

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Piqua · $1,087

More affordable than 96% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

19% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,087/mo, rent takes about 19% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$43,000/yr

Local median income

$67,796/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Piqua's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$760

1 BR

$820

2 BR

$1,050

3 BR

$1,360

4 BR+

$1,500

Research median

$1,050/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

$13,044/yr

At $1,087/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -3.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Piqua, OH is majority owner-occupied, 15% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

20,646

Median income

$67,796

Median age

38.8

Renters

34.6%

Age distribution

21.4%

23%

24.2%

14.8%

16.6%

Under 1821.4%

18–3423%

35–5424.2%

55–6414.8%

65+16.6%

Gender

50.8%

49.2%

Male50.8%

Female49.2%

Race & ethnicity

90.9%

White90.9%

Black2.5%

Hispanic1.7%

Asian0.5%

Other4.3%

Education (25+)

12.4%

43.1%

29.5%

15%

No HS diploma12.4%

HS diploma43.1%

Some college29.5%

Bachelor's+15%

Housing tenure

65.4%

34.6%

Owner65.4%

Renter34.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Piqua, OH has changed in 5 years

Income

$49,967 → $67,796

up 35.7%

Population

20,352 → 20,646

up 1.4%

Renter share

38% → 34.6%

-3.4 pts

Bachelor's+

12.9% → 15%

+2.1 pts

Median age

40.2 → 38.8

-1.4 yrs

Median household income climbed from $49,967 to $67,796 between 2021 and 2024, a 35.7% shift. Census counts show Piqua, OH adding about 294 residents over the five-year window, up 1.4% on net. The renter share has eased from 38% to 34.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 12.9% to 15% across the same window.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Piqua on your salary?

At $1,087/mo, how Piqua rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 14.7% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 20.7% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 18% income

very comfortable

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 10% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 7.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 22.1% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 24.5% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 19.9% income

very comfortable

By apartment size

Piqua rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Piqua, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Piqua is $1,087/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $760/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,050/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $820/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,360/mo.

At 19% of local median household income ($67,796/yr), Piqua ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Piqua an affordable city for renters?

Piqua is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,087/mo, rent takes approximately 19% of the local median household income ($67,796/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Piqua falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Piqua?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $43,000/year (~$21/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,087/mo in Piqua. The local median household income is $67,796/yr, meaning the typical Piqua household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Piqua?

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

How does Piqua rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Piqua is one of the more affordable cities in Ohio for rent, ranking #112 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,087/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Piqua?

Sidney is nearby and more affordable at $951/mo, which is $136 less than Piqua.

What percentage of Piqua residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 34.6% of Piqua households are renters, while 65.4% are owner-occupied. Piqua leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.