How much does it cost to rent in Upper Arlington, OH?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Upper Arlington, OH is $1,968. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Upper Arlington cheaper than other Ohio cities?

Upper Arlington is one of the pricier cities in Ohio, ranking #18 out of 128 cities tracked at $1,968/mo.

When was Upper Arlington rent data last updated?

Upper Arlington rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · OH

Upper Arlington

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Pop. 36,293·18th most expensive in Ohio·Rental market data updated monthly for Upper Arlington, OH

Median rent (all units)

$1,968/mo

Year-over-Year

-0.2%

Month-over-Month

-0.7%

vs US Median

+$3

Falling (Monthly)

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Upper Arlington · $1,968

More expensive than 57% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

62/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 6% below what Upper Arlington's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,968/mo

Expected by trend

$2,094/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Upper Arlington's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,235

1 BR

$1,335

2 BR

$1,615

3 BR

$1,950

4 BR+

$2,170

Research median

$1,615/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

$23,616/yr

At $1,968/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (-0.2% YoY, -0.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Upper Arlington, OH is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 79.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

36,293

Median income

$155,167

Median age

40.2

Renters

20.6%

Age distribution

28.3%

13%

30.5%

17.7%

Under 1828.3%

18–3413%

35–5430.5%

55–6410.6%

65+17.7%

Gender

50.4%

49.6%

Male50.4%

Female49.6%

Race & ethnicity

85.4%

White85.4%

Black1.1%

Hispanic3.8%

Asian6.7%

Other3.1%

Education (25+)

13.8%

79.8%

No HS diploma1.3%

HS diploma5.1%

Some college13.8%

Bachelor's+79.8%

Housing tenure

79.4%

20.6%

Owner79.4%

Renter20.6%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Upper Arlington, OH has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,711 → $1,968

up 15.0%

Income

$132,783 → $155,167

up 16.9%

Population

36,566 → 36,293

down 0.7%

Renter share

21.1% → 20.6%

-0.5 pts

Bachelor's+

80.1% → 79.8%

-0.3 pts

Median age

39.4 → 40.2

+0.8 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Upper Arlington, OH has shifted from $1,711 to $1,968, up 15.0% since 2022. Household income in the area moved from $132,783 to $155,167 across the same window, up 16.9% versus 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Upper Arlington, OH look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Upper Arlington on your salary?

At $1,968/mo, how Upper Arlington rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 26.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 37.5% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 32.5% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 18.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 14.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 40% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 44.3% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 35.9% income

stretched

By apartment size

Upper Arlington rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Upper Arlington, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Upper Arlington is $1,968/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,235/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,615/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,335/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,950/mo.

At 15% of local median household income ($155,167/yr), Upper Arlington ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Upper Arlington an affordable city for renters?

Upper Arlington is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,968/mo, rent takes approximately 15% of the local median household income ($155,167/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Upper Arlington falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Upper Arlington?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $79,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,968/mo in Upper Arlington. The local median household income is $155,167/yr, meaning the typical Upper Arlington household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Upper Arlington?

Rent in Upper Arlington has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.2% change year over year as of July 2026.

Which Upper Arlington neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Upper Arlington are 43220 ($1,371/mo), and 43221 ($1,955/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Upper Arlington is $1,968/mo.

How does Upper Arlington rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Upper Arlington is one of the pricier cities in Ohio for rent, ranking #18 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,968/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Upper Arlington?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Upper Arlington ($1,968/mo): Columbus ($1,456/mo), Hilliard ($1,607/mo), Dublin ($1,813/mo).

What percentage of Upper Arlington residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 20.6% of Upper Arlington households are renters, while 79.4% are owner-occupied. Upper Arlington leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Upper Arlington rent compare to the national average?

Upper Arlington's median rent of $1,968/mo is $3 (0%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #18 out of 128 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

15%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,968/mo, rent takes ~15% of Upper Arlington's median household income ($155,167/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Upper Arlington 15%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2.75–3.5%

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