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Sylvania

Pop. 19,055·13th most expensive in Ohio·Rental market data updated monthly for Sylvania, OH
Median rent (all units)
$2,099/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+5.5%
vs US Median
+$137
Rising (Monthly)
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Sylvania · $2,099
More expensive than 64% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
25% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,099/mo, rent takes about 25% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$84,000/yr
Local median income
$100,189/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Sylvania's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$850
1 BR
$910
2 BR
$1,200
3 BR
$1,560
4 BR+
$1,640
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,200/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,099 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$25,188/yr
At $2,099/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, +5.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Sylvania, OH is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 51.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
19,055
Median income
$100,189
Median age
40.1
Renters
22.4%
Age distribution
25.6%
18.5%
23.8%
20.7%
Under 1825.6%
18–3418.5%
35–5423.8%
55–6411.4%
65+20.7%
Gender
48.5%
51.5%
Male48.5%
Female51.5%
Race & ethnicity
86.3%
White86.3%
Black4.1%
Hispanic5.9%
Asian3.1%
Other0.6%
Education (25+)
17.6%
28.3%
51.9%
No HS diploma2.1%
HS diploma17.6%
Some college28.3%
Bachelor's+51.9%
Housing tenure
77.6%
22.4%
Owner77.6%
Renter22.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Sylvania, OH has changed in 5 years

Income
$88,246 → $100,189
up 13.5%
Population
18,991 → 19,055
up 0.3%
Renter share
21% → 22.4%
+1.4 pts
Bachelor's+
49% → 51.9%
+2.9 pts
Median age
41.5 → 40.1
-1.4 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Sylvania, OH now reports about $100,189, up from $88,246 in 2021. College-educated residents now make up 51.9% of adults here, versus 49% in 2021.

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At $2,099/mo, how Sylvania rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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

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About renting in Sylvania, OH

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Sylvania is $2,099/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $850/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,200/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $910/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,560/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($100,189/yr), Sylvania ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Sylvania an affordable city for renters?

Sylvania is considered affordable for renters. At $2,099/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($100,189/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Sylvania falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Sylvania?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $84,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,099/mo in Sylvania. The local median household income is $100,189/yr, meaning the typical Sylvania household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Sylvania?

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

How does Sylvania rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Sylvania is one of the pricier cities in Ohio for rent, ranking #13 out of 124 tracked cities at $2,099/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Sylvania?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Sylvania ($2,099/mo): Adrian ($1,032/mo), Bowling Green ($1,041/mo), Monroe ($1,140/mo).

What percentage of Sylvania residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 22.4% of Sylvania households are renters, while 77.6% are owner-occupied. Sylvania leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Sylvania rent compare to the national average?

Sylvania's median rent of $2,099/mo is $137 (7%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #13 out of 124 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,099/mo, rent takes ~25% of Sylvania's median household income ($100,189/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax2.75–3.5%
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