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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Stow, OH is $1,679. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Stow cheaper than other Ohio cities?

Stow is one of the pricier cities in Ohio, ranking #41 out of 128 cities tracked at $1,679/mo.

When was Stow rent data last updated?

Stow 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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Stow

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Pop. 34,240·41st most expensive in Ohio·Stow rents are up 21.8% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,679/mo

Year-over-Year

+21.8%

Month-over-Month

+3.3%

vs US Median

-$286

Rising (Monthly)

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Stow · $1,679

More affordable than 63% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

21% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,679/mo, rent takes about 21% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$67,000/yr

Local median income

$93,727/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$910

1 BR

$1,000

2 BR

$1,290

3 BR

$1,590

4 BR+

$1,720

Research median

$1,290/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

$20,148/yr

At $1,679/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 21.8% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+21.8% YoY, +3.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Stow, OH is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 48% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

34,240

Median income

$93,727

Median age

41.5

Renters

28%

Age distribution

20.3%

22%

24.7%

13.4%

19.5%

Under 1820.3%

18–3422%

35–5424.7%

55–6413.4%

65+19.5%

Gender

49.7%

50.3%

Male49.7%

Female50.3%

Race & ethnicity

85.6%

White85.6%

Black4.3%

Hispanic1.2%

Asian4.3%

Other4.6%

Education (25+)

23.9%

24.2%

48%

No HS diploma3.9%

HS diploma23.9%

Some college24.2%

Bachelor's+48%

Housing tenure

72%

28%

Owner72%

Renter28%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Stow, OH has changed in 5 years

Income

$80,523 → $93,727

up 16.4%

Population

34,556 → 34,240

down 0.9%

Renter share

29.4% → 28%

-1.4 pts

Bachelor's+

50.3% → 48%

-2.3 pts

Median age

40.3 → 41.5

+1.2 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $93,727 today, compared with $80,523 five years earlier. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher slipped from 50.3% to 48%.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Stow on your salary?

At $1,679/mo, how Stow rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 22.7% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 32% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 27.7% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 15.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 12.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 34.1% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 37.8% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 30.7% income

stretched

By apartment size

Stow rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Stow, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Stow is $1,679/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $910/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,290/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,000/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,590/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($93,727/yr), Stow ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 21.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Stow an affordable city for renters?

Stow is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,679/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($93,727/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Stow falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Stow?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $67,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,679/mo in Stow. The local median household income is $93,727/yr, meaning the typical Stow household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Stow?

Rent in Stow has increased 21.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Stow rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Stow is one of the pricier cities in Ohio for rent, ranking #41 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,679/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Stow?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Stow ($1,679/mo): Akron ($1,130/mo), Fairlawn ($1,337/mo), Kent ($1,392/mo).

What percentage of Stow residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 28% of Stow households are renters, while 72% are owner-occupied. Stow leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.