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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Westerville, OH is $1,645. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Westerville cheaper than other Ohio cities?

Westerville falls in the middle range for Ohio, ranking #46 out of 128 cities at $1,645/mo.

When was Westerville rent data last updated?

Westerville 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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Westerville

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Pop. 38,645·46th most expensive in Ohio·Westerville rents are up 6.5% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,645/mo

Year-over-Year

+6.5%

Month-over-Month

+0.3%

vs US Median

-$320

Stable (Monthly)

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Westerville · $1,645

More affordable than 66% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

59/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% below what Westerville's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,645/mo

Expected by trend

$1,719/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,375

1 BR

$1,490

2 BR

$1,805

3 BR

$2,175

4 BR+

$2,420

Research median

$1,805/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

$19,740/yr

At $1,645/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 6.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+6.5% YoY, +0.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Westerville, OH is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 57.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

38,645

Median income

$109,404

Median age

40.7

Renters

27.5%

Age distribution

22.6%

20%

25%

21.5%

Under 1822.6%

18–3420%

35–5425%

55–6411%

65+21.5%

Gender

47.3%

52.7%

Male47.3%

Female52.7%

Race & ethnicity

81%

White81%

Black8.7%

Hispanic2.8%

Asian2.8%

Other4.7%

Education (25+)

15.3%

24.2%

57.9%

No HS diploma2.6%

HS diploma15.3%

Some college24.2%

Bachelor's+57.9%

Housing tenure

72.5%

27.5%

Owner72.5%

Renter27.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Westerville, OH has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,173 → $1,645

up 40.2%

Income

$96,279 → $109,404

up 13.6%

Population

38,960 → 38,645

down 0.8%

Renter share

23.2% → 27.5%

+4.3 pts

Bachelor's+

56.2% → 57.9%

+1.7 pts

Rent in Westerville, OH has increased 40.2% since 2021, going from about $1,173 per month to roughly $1,645 today. Census figures show median household income at $109,404 today, compared with $96,279 five years earlier. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 26.6 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. About 27.5% of households rent today, against 23.2% in 2021. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Westerville on your salary?

At $1,645/mo, how Westerville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 22.2% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 31.3% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 27.2% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 15.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 11.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 33.4% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 37% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 30% income

stretched

By apartment size

Westerville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Westerville, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Westerville is $1,645/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,375/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,805/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,490/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,175/mo.

At 18% of local median household income ($109,404/yr), Westerville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Westerville an affordable city for renters?

Westerville is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,645/mo, rent takes approximately 18% of the local median household income ($109,404/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Westerville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Westerville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $66,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,645/mo in Westerville. The local median household income is $109,404/yr, meaning the typical Westerville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Westerville?

Rent in Westerville has increased 6.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Westerville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Westerville are 43081 ($1,588/mo), and 43082 ($1,643/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Westerville is $1,645/mo.

How does Westerville rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Westerville is middle-of-the-pack for Ohio for rent, ranking #46 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,645/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Westerville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Westerville ($1,645/mo): Sunbury ($1,501/mo), Lewis Center ($1,542/mo), Gahanna ($1,621/mo).

What percentage of Westerville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 27.5% of Westerville households are renters, while 72.5% are owner-occupied. Westerville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Westerville rent compare to the national average?

Westerville's median rent of $1,645/mo is $320 (16%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #46 out of 128 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

18%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,645/mo, rent takes ~18% of Westerville's median household income ($109,404/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Westerville 18%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2.75–3.5%

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