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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Warren, OH is $1,032. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Warren cheaper than other Ohio cities?

Warren is among the more affordable cities in Ohio, ranking #120 out of 128 cities at $1,032/mo.

When was Warren rent data last updated?

Warren 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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Warren

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Pop. 38,912·120th most expensive in Ohio·Warren rents are up 11.8% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,032/mo

Year-over-Year

+11.8%

Month-over-Month

+1.4%

vs US Median

-$933

Rising (Monthly)

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Warren · $1,032

More affordable than 97% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

33% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,032/mo, rent takes about 33% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$41,000/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

Research median

$880/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

$12,384/yr

At $1,032/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 11.8% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+11.8% YoY, +1.4% 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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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Warren on your salary?

At $1,032/mo, how Warren rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 13.9% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 19.6% income

very comfortable

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 17% income

very comfortable

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 9.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 7.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 21% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 23.2% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 18.8% income

very comfortable

By apartment size

Warren rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Warren, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Warren is $1,032/mo as of July 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 33% of local median household income ($37,887/yr), Warren ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 11.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Warren an affordable city for renters?

Warren is considered moderate for renters. At $1,032/mo, rent takes approximately 33% 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 $41,000/year (~$20/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,032/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 11.8% over the past year as of July 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 #120 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,032/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Warren?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Warren ($1,032/mo): Niles ($876/mo), Sharon ($1,023/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.