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Trenton

Pop. 13,583·15th most expensive in Ohio·Rental market data updated monthly for Trenton, OH
Median rent (all units)
$2,093/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+6.3%
vs US Median
+$131
Rising (Monthly)
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Trenton · $2,093
More expensive than 64% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
31% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,093/mo, rent takes about 31% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$84,000/yr
Local median income
$80,635/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Trenton's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,130
1 BR
$1,270
2 BR
$1,640
3 BR
$2,170
4 BR+
$2,400
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,640/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,093 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 →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$25,116/yr
At $2,093/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, +6.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Trenton, OH is majority owner-occupied, 17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
13,583
Median income
$80,635
Median age
36.4
Renters
21.8%
Age distribution
24.9%
23.2%
24.9%
15.2%
Under 1824.9%
18–3423.2%
35–5424.9%
55–6411.8%
65+15.2%
Gender
51.9%
48.1%
Male51.9%
Female48.1%
Race & ethnicity
96.9%
White96.9%
Black1.1%
Hispanic2%
Education (25+)
42.8%
30.5%
17.2%
No HS diploma9.5%
HS diploma42.8%
Some college30.5%
Bachelor's+17.2%
Housing tenure
78.2%
21.8%
Owner78.2%
Renter21.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Trenton, OH has changed in 5 years

Income
$78,774 → $80,635
up 2.4%
Population
12,973 → 13,583
up 4.7%
Renter share
28.1% → 21.8%
-6.3 pts
Bachelor's+
13.4% → 17.2%
+3.8 pts
Median age
32.1 → 36.4
+4.3 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $78,774 in 2021 to $80,635 more recently. The population has grown by 4.7% since 2021, moving from about 12,973 residents to roughly 13,583. Renters now make up 21.8% of households, compared with 28.1% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 17.2% of adults here, versus 13.4% in 2021.

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By apartment size

Trenton rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Trenton, OH

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Trenton is $2,093/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,130/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,640/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,270/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,170/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($80,635/yr), Trenton ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Trenton an affordable city for renters?

Trenton is considered moderate for renters. At $2,093/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($80,635/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Trenton slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Trenton?

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 $2,093/mo in Trenton. The local median household income is $80,635/yr, meaning the typical Trenton household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Trenton?

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

How does Trenton rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Trenton is one of the pricier cities in Ohio for rent, ranking #15 out of 124 tracked cities at $2,093/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Trenton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Trenton ($2,093/mo): Franklin ($1,198/mo), Middletown ($1,295/mo), Fairfield ($1,306/mo).

What percentage of Trenton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 21.8% of Trenton households are renters, while 78.2% are owner-occupied. Trenton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Trenton rent compare to the national average?

Trenton's median rent of $2,093/mo is $131 (7%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #15 out of 124 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $2,093/mo, rent takes ~31% of Trenton's median household income ($80,635/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Trenton 31%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.75–3.5%
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