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Warren

Pop. 38,912·118th most expensive in Ohio·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$980/mo
Year-over-Year
+3.4%
Month-over-Month
-5.0%
vs US Median
-$982
Falling (Monthly)
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Warren · $980
More affordable than 98% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
31% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $980/mo, rent takes about 31% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$39,000/yr
Local median income
$37,887/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Warren's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$660
1 BR
$700
2 BR
$880
3 BR
$1,170
4 BR+
$1,240
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$880/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $980 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
$11,760/yr
At $980/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 3.4% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+3.4% YoY, -5.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Warren, OH is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
38,912
Median income
$37,887
Median age
38.4
Renters
43.9%
Age distribution
21.4%
23.9%
23.7%
12.5%
18.5%
Under 1821.4%
18–3423.9%
35–5423.7%
55–6412.5%
65+18.5%
Gender
49.8%
50.2%
Male49.8%
Female50.2%
Race & ethnicity
63.4%
27.5%
White63.4%
Black27.5%
Hispanic3.4%
Asian0.8%
Other5%
Education (25+)
14.8%
43.5%
26%
15.6%
No HS diploma14.8%
HS diploma43.5%
Some college26%
Bachelor's+15.6%
Housing tenure
56.1%
43.9%
Owner56.1%
Renter43.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Warren, OH has changed in 5 years

Income
$30,377 → $37,887
up 24.7%
Population
39,334 → 38,912
down 1.1%
Renter share
47% → 43.9%
-3.1 pts
Bachelor's+
14.7% → 15.6%
+0.9 pts
Median age
40.2 → 38.4
-1.8 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $37,887 today, compared with $30,377 five years earlier. Census counts show Warren, OH losing about 422 residents over the five-year window, down 1.1% on net. The renter share has eased from 47% to 43.9%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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Warren rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Warren, OH

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Warren is $980/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $660/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $880/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $700/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,170/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($37,887/yr), Warren ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Warren an affordable city for renters?

Warren is considered moderate for renters. At $980/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($37,887/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Warren slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Warren?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $39,000/year (~$19/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $980/mo in Warren. The local median household income is $37,887/yr, meaning the typical Warren household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Warren?

Rent in Warren has increased 3.4% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Warren rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Warren is one of the more affordable cities in Ohio for rent, ranking #118 out of 124 tracked cities at $980/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Warren?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Warren ($980/mo): Niles ($910/mo), Sharon ($961/mo).

What percentage of Warren residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 43.9% of Warren households are renters, while 56.1% are owner-occupied. Warren leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Warren rent compare to the national average?

Warren's median rent of $980/mo is $982 (50%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #118 out of 124 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $980/mo, rent takes ~31% of Warren's median household income ($37,887/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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