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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Youngstown, OH is $1,087. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Youngstown cheaper than other Ohio cities?

Youngstown is among the more affordable cities in Ohio, ranking #112 out of 128 cities at $1,087/mo.

When was Youngstown rent data last updated?

Youngstown rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · OH

Youngstown

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Pop. 59,331·112th most expensive in Ohio·Youngstown rents are up 16.6% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,087/mo

Year-over-Year

+16.6%

Month-over-Month

+2.5%

vs US Median

-$878

Rising (Monthly)

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Youngstown · $1,087

More affordable than 96% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

41/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 5% above what Youngstown's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$1,087/mo

Expected by trend

$1,038/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$695

1 BR

$740

2 BR

$935

3 BR

$1,225

4 BR+

$1,300

Research median

$935/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

$13,044/yr

At $1,087/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 16.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+16.6% YoY, +2.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Youngstown, OH is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

59,331

Median income

$34,408

Median age

37.5

Renters

43.8%

Age distribution

22.9%

24.2%

22.6%

12.1%

18.2%

Under 1822.9%

18–3424.2%

35–5422.6%

55–6412.1%

65+18.2%

Gender

48.8%

51.2%

Male48.8%

Female51.2%

Race & ethnicity

41.4%

40.4%

12.3%

White41.4%

Black40.4%

Hispanic12.3%

Asian0.7%

Other5.2%

Education (25+)

15.7%

40.7%

28.2%

15.5%

No HS diploma15.7%

HS diploma40.7%

Some college28.2%

Bachelor's+15.5%

Housing tenure

56.2%

43.8%

Owner56.2%

Renter43.8%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Youngstown, OH has changed in 5 years

Rent

$822 → $1,087

up 32.2%

Income

$31,020 → $34,408

up 10.9%

Population

61,274 → 59,331

down 3.2%

Renter share

45% → 43.8%

-1.2 pts

Bachelor's+

14.1% → 15.5%

+1.4 pts

Median age

38.7 → 37.5

-1.2 yrs

Compared with 2023, rent in Youngstown, OH has climbed by $265 per month, settling near $1,087 after starting the period at $822. Median household income grew from $31,020 to $34,408 between 2021 and 2024, a 10.9% shift. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 21.3 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 61,274 to 59,331 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.2% change. Taken together, the five-year picture in Youngstown, OH reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Youngstown on your salary?

At $1,087/mo, how Youngstown rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 14.7% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 20.7% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 18% income

very comfortable

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 10% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 7.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 22.1% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 24.5% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 19.9% income

very comfortable

By apartment size

Youngstown rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Youngstown, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Youngstown is $1,087/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $695/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $935/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $740/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,225/mo.

At 38% of local median household income ($34,408/yr), Youngstown ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 16.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Youngstown an affordable city for renters?

Youngstown is considered moderate for renters. At $1,087/mo, rent takes approximately 38% of the local median household income ($34,408/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Youngstown slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Youngstown?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $43,000/year (~$21/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,087/mo in Youngstown. The local median household income is $34,408/yr, meaning the typical Youngstown household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Youngstown?

Rent in Youngstown has increased 16.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Youngstown neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Youngstown are 44509 ($1,150/mo), and 44502 ($1,200/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Youngstown is $1,087/mo.

How does Youngstown rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Youngstown is one of the more affordable cities in Ohio for rent, ranking #112 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,087/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Youngstown?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Youngstown ($1,087/mo): Niles ($876/mo), Sharon ($1,023/mo), Boardman ($1,037/mo).

What percentage of Youngstown residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 43.8% of Youngstown households are renters, while 56.2% are owner-occupied. Youngstown leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Youngstown rent compare to the national average?

Youngstown's median rent of $1,087/mo is $878 (45%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #112 out of 128 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

38%

MODERATE

At $1,087/mo, rent takes ~38% of Youngstown's median household income ($34,408/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Youngstown 38%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2.75–3.5%

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