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West Carrollton

Pop. 12,976·95th most expensive in Ohio·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,245/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+2.5%
vs US Median
-$720
Rising (Monthly)
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West Carrollton · $1,245
More affordable than 90% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
24% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,245/mo, rent takes about 24% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$50,000/yr
Local median income
$61,619/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using West Carrollton's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$800
1 BR
$870
2 BR
$1,110
3 BR
$1,430
4 BR+
$1,580
Research median
$1,110/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$14,940/yr
At $1,245/mo median
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Demographics

Who lives here

West Carrollton, OH is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
12,976
Median income
$61,619
Median age
36.1
Renters
44.1%
Age distribution
21.7%
25.8%
27.5%
14.3%
Under 1821.7%
18–3425.8%
35–5427.5%
55–6410.7%
65+14.3%
Gender
49.6%
50.4%
Male49.6%
Female50.4%
Race & ethnicity
70.4%
13.9%
White70.4%
Black13.9%
Hispanic8.5%
Asian1.2%
Other6.1%
Education (25+)
30.1%
39.1%
21.7%
No HS diploma9%
HS diploma30.1%
Some college39.1%
Bachelor's+21.7%
Housing tenure
55.9%
44.1%
Owner55.9%
Renter44.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How West Carrollton, OH has changed in 5 years

Income
$47,688 → $61,619
up 29.2%
Population
13,051 → 12,976
down 0.6%
Renter share
41.1% → 44.1%
+3.0 pts
Bachelor's+
20.8% → 21.7%
+0.9 pts

Census figures show median household income at $61,619 today, compared with $47,688 five years earlier. The renter share has risen from 41.1% to 44.1%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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At $1,245/mo, how West Carrollton rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

West Carrollton rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in West Carrollton, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in West Carrollton is $1,245/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $800/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,110/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $870/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,430/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($61,619/yr), West Carrollton ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is West Carrollton an affordable city for renters?

West Carrollton is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,245/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($61,619/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. West Carrollton falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in West Carrollton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $50,000/year (~$24/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,245/mo in West Carrollton. The local median household income is $61,619/yr, meaning the typical West Carrollton household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in West Carrollton?

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

How does West Carrollton rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

West Carrollton is one of the more affordable cities in Ohio for rent, ranking #95 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,245/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than West Carrollton?

Dayton is nearby and more affordable at $1,207/mo, which is $38 less than West Carrollton.

What percentage of West Carrollton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 44.1% of West Carrollton households are renters, while 55.9% are owner-occupied. West Carrollton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does West Carrollton rent compare to the national average?

West Carrollton's median rent of $1,245/mo is $720 (37%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #95 out of 128 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
24%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,245/mo, rent takes ~24% of West Carrollton's median household income ($61,619/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

West Carrollton 24%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.75–3.5%
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