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Xenia

Pop. 25,689·74th most expensive in Ohio·Xenia rents are up 6.1% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,413/mo
Year-over-Year
+6.1%
Month-over-Month
+5.8%
vs US Median
-$549
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Xenia · $1,413
More affordable than 81% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
30% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,413/mo, rent takes about 30% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$57,000/yr
Local median income
$56,029/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Xenia's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$740
1 BR
$800
2 BR
$1,020
3 BR
$1,320
4 BR+
$1,460
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,020/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,413 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 →

Rent trends

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$16,956/yr
At $1,413/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 6.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+6.1% YoY, +5.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Xenia, OH is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
25,689
Median income
$56,029
Median age
40.2
Renters
39.1%
Age distribution
22.4%
22%
23%
12.2%
20.4%
Under 1822.4%
18–3422%
35–5423%
55–6412.2%
65+20.4%
Gender
47.7%
52.3%
Male47.7%
Female52.3%
Race & ethnicity
79.9%
White79.9%
Black8.3%
Hispanic2.8%
Asian1.1%
Other7.9%
Education (25+)
34.5%
33.7%
21.8%
No HS diploma9.9%
HS diploma34.5%
Some college33.7%
Bachelor's+21.8%
Housing tenure
60.9%
39.1%
Owner60.9%
Renter39.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Xenia, OH has changed in 5 years

Income
$48,868 → $56,029
up 14.7%
Population
25,411 → 25,689
up 1.1%
Renter share
42.6% → 39.1%
-3.5 pts
Bachelor's+
20% → 21.8%
+1.8 pts
Median age
38.9 → 40.2
+1.3 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Xenia, OH now reports about $56,029, up from $48,868 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 25,411 to 25,689 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.1% change. About 39.1% of households rent today, against 42.6% in 2021.

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Xenia rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Xenia, OH

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Xenia is $1,413/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $740/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,020/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $800/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,320/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($56,029/yr), Xenia ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Xenia an affordable city for renters?

Xenia is considered moderate for renters. At $1,413/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($56,029/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Xenia slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Xenia?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $57,000/year (~$27/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,413/mo in Xenia. The local median household income is $56,029/yr, meaning the typical Xenia household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Xenia?

Rent in Xenia has increased 6.1% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Xenia rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Xenia is middle-of-the-pack for Ohio for rent, ranking #74 out of 124 tracked cities at $1,413/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Xenia?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Xenia ($1,413/mo): Huber Heights ($1,309/mo), Kettering ($1,328/mo).

What percentage of Xenia residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 39.1% of Xenia households are renters, while 60.9% are owner-occupied. Xenia leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Xenia rent compare to the national average?

Xenia's median rent of $1,413/mo is $549 (28%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #74 out of 124 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
30%
MODERATE

At $1,413/mo, rent takes ~30% of Xenia's median household income ($56,029/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Xenia 30%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.75–3.5%
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