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ZIP 43081

Pop. 65,020·Franklin County·72nd most expensive ZIP in Ohio
Median rent (all units)
$1,588/mo
Year-over-Year
+5.2%
Month-over-Month
+0.4%
vs US Median
-$377
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ZIP 43081 · $1,588
More affordable than 67% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,320
1 BR
$1,420
2 BR
$1,700
3 BR
$2,040
4 BR+
$2,290
Research median
$1,700/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$19,056/yr
At $1,588/mo median
Location
StateOH
CountyFranklin County
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
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Based on rent-price momentum (+5.2% YoY, +0.4% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 43081 (Westerville, OH) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 54% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
65,020
Median income
$92,422
Median age
36.3
Renters
41.3%
Age distribution
22.7%
25.1%
25.6%
15.6%
Under 1822.7%
18–3425.1%
35–5425.6%
55–6410.9%
65+15.6%
Gender
47.1%
52.9%
Male47.1%
Female52.9%
Race & ethnicity
71.3%
15.1%
White71.3%
Black15.1%
Hispanic3.8%
Asian4.7%
Other5.1%
Education (25+)
17.1%
26.5%
54%
No HS diploma2.4%
HS diploma17.1%
Some college26.5%
Bachelor's+54%
Housing tenure
58.7%
41.3%
Owner58.7%
Renter41.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 43081 in Westerville, OH has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,159 → $1,588
up 37.0%
Income
$86,488 → $92,422
up 6.9%
Population
64,387 → 65,020
up 1.0%
Renter share
36.8% → 41.3%
+4.5 pts
Bachelor's+
54.8% → 54%
-0.8 pts

The median rent in ZIP 43081 in Westerville, OH stood at $1,159 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,588, reflecting a 37.0% increase over the period. Census figures show median household income at $92,422 today, compared with $86,488 five years earlier. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 1.0% since 2021, moving from about 64,387 residents to roughly 65,020. Renters now make up 41.3% of households, compared with 36.8% five years ago. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 43081 covers Westerville, OH. The median rent here is $1,588/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,420/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,700/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($92,422/yr), ZIP 43081 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.2% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 43081?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 43081 (Westerville, OH) is $1,588. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 43081 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 43081's median rent of $1,588/mo is $377 (19%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 43081 compare to other ZIPs in Ohio?

ZIP 43081 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in Ohio, ranking #72 out of 232 ZIPs tracked at $1,588/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 43081?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $64,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,588/mo in ZIP 43081. The local median household income is $92,422/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 43081?

Rent in ZIP 43081 has increased 5.2% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 43081 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 43081 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,588/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($92,422/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 43081 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 43081 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 41.3% of ZIP 43081 households are renters, while 58.7% are owner-occupied. ZIP 43081 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 43081 compare to the rest of Westerville?

ZIP 43081 is more affordable than Westerville overall. At $1,588/mo, it's $57 below the Westerville citywide median of $1,645/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 43081 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 43081 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
21%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,588/mo, rent takes ~21% of ZIP 43081's median household income ($92,422/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 43081 21%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.75–3.5%
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