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Plain City

Pop. 3,829·7th most expensive in Ohio·Plain City rents are up 24.8% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,283/mo
Year-over-Year
+24.8%
Month-over-Month
+0.8%
vs US Median
+$318
Rising (Monthly)
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Plain City · $2,283
More expensive than 72% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
23% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,283/mo, rent takes about 23% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$91,000/yr
Local median income
$117,972/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Plain City's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,150
1 BR
$1,200
2 BR
$1,500
3 BR
$1,810
4 BR+
$2,000
Research median
$1,500/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
$27,396/yr
At $2,283/mo median
Rent Market Meter
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Rents are up 24.8% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+24.8% YoY, +0.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Plain City, OH is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 43.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
3,829
Median income
$117,972
Median age
36
Renters
18%
Age distribution
25.8%
21.3%
24.4%
13.1%
15.4%
Under 1825.8%
18–3421.3%
35–5424.4%
55–6413.1%
65+15.4%
Gender
51.8%
48.2%
Male51.8%
Female48.2%
Race & ethnicity
96%
White96%
Hispanic2.3%
Asian0.7%
Other1%
Education (25+)
25.4%
29%
43.5%
No HS diploma2.1%
HS diploma25.4%
Some college29%
Bachelor's+43.5%
Housing tenure
82%
18%
Owner82%
Renter18%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Plain City, OH has changed in 5 years

Income
$80,357 → $117,972
up 46.8%
Population
3,882 → 3,829
down 1.4%
Renter share
31.1% → 18%
-13.1 pts
Bachelor's+
34.6% → 43.5%
+8.9 pts
Median age
39 → 36
-3.0 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $80,357 in 2021 to $117,972 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 3,882 to 3,829 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.4% change. About 18% of households rent today, against 31.1% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 34.6% to 43.5%.

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Plain City rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Plain City, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Plain City is $2,283/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,150/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,500/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,200/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,810/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($117,972/yr), Plain City ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 24.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Plain City an affordable city for renters?

Plain City is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,283/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($117,972/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Plain City falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Plain City?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $91,000/year (~$44/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,283/mo in Plain City. The local median household income is $117,972/yr, meaning the typical Plain City household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Plain City?

Rent in Plain City has increased 24.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Plain City rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Plain City is one of the pricier cities in Ohio for rent, ranking #7 out of 128 tracked cities at $2,283/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Plain City?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Plain City ($2,283/mo): Marysville ($1,533/mo), Hilliard ($1,607/mo), Dublin ($1,813/mo).

What percentage of Plain City residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 18% of Plain City households are renters, while 82% are owner-occupied. Plain City leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Plain City rent compare to the national average?

Plain City's median rent of $2,283/mo is $318 (16%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #7 out of 128 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,283/mo, rent takes ~23% of Plain City's median household income ($117,972/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Plain City 23%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.75–3.5%
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