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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Wooster, OH is $1,338. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Wooster cheaper than other Ohio cities?

Wooster falls in the middle range for Ohio, ranking #83 out of 128 cities at $1,338/mo.

When was Wooster rent data last updated?

Wooster 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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Wooster

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Pop. 26,971·83rd most expensive in Ohio·Wooster rents have dropped 12.8%, currently a renter's market

Median rent (all units)

$1,338/mo

Year-over-Year

-12.8%

Month-over-Month

+6.2%

vs US Median

-$627

Rising (Monthly)

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Wooster · $1,338

More affordable than 86% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

24% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,338/mo, rent takes about 24% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$54,000/yr

Local median income

$66,898/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Wooster's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$670

1 BR

$750

2 BR

$970

3 BR

$1,190

4 BR+

$1,360

Research median

$970/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

$16,056/yr

At $1,338/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 (-12.8% YoY, +6.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Wooster, OH is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 36.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

26,971

Median income

$66,898

Median age

40.1

Renters

34.8%

Age distribution

17.2%

28%

21.3%

12.6%

20.9%

Under 1817.2%

18–3428%

35–5421.3%

55–6412.6%

65+20.9%

Gender

46.6%

53.4%

Male46.6%

Female53.4%

Race & ethnicity

88.7%

White88.7%

Black2.3%

Hispanic3.4%

Asian2.2%

Other3.3%

Education (25+)

32.9%

24.3%

36.9%

No HS diploma5.8%

HS diploma32.9%

Some college24.3%

Bachelor's+36.9%

Housing tenure

65.2%

34.8%

Owner65.2%

Renter34.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Wooster, OH has changed in 5 years

Income

$55,598 → $66,898

up 20.3%

Population

26,753 → 26,971

up 0.8%

Renter share

39.8% → 34.8%

-5.0 pts

Bachelor's+

30.1% → 36.9%

+6.8 pts

Median age

38.5 → 40.1

+1.6 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $55,598 to $66,898 across the same window, up 20.3% versus 2021. Renters now make up 34.8% of households, compared with 39.8% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 36.9% of adults here, versus 30.1% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Wooster on your salary?

At $1,338/mo, how Wooster rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 18.1% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 25.5% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 22.1% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 12.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 9.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 27.2% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 30.1% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 24.4% income

affordable

By apartment size

Wooster rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Wooster, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Wooster is $1,338/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $670/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $970/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $750/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,190/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($66,898/yr), Wooster ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 12.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Wooster an affordable city for renters?

Wooster is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,338/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($66,898/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Wooster falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Wooster?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $54,000/year (~$26/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,338/mo in Wooster. The local median household income is $66,898/yr, meaning the typical Wooster household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Wooster?

Rent in Wooster has decreased 12.8% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Wooster rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Wooster is middle-of-the-pack for Ohio for rent, ranking #83 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,338/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Wooster?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Wooster ($1,338/mo): Ashland ($933/mo), Barberton ($1,172/mo).

What percentage of Wooster residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 34.8% of Wooster households are renters, while 65.2% are owner-occupied. Wooster leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.