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ZIP 43207

Part of Columbus, OH
Pop. 47,272·Franklin County·126th most expensive ZIP in Ohio
Median rent (all units)
$1,371/mo
Year-over-Year
+7.2%
Month-over-Month
+0.2%
vs US Median
-$594
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ZIP 43207 · $1,371
More affordable than 82% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$960
1 BR
$1,040
2 BR
$1,240
3 BR
$1,490
4 BR+
$1,670
Research median
$1,240/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
$16,452/yr
At $1,371/mo median
Location
StateOH
CountyFranklin County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 7.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+7.2% YoY, +0.2% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 43207 (Columbus, OH) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
47,272
Median income
$63,310
Median age
38.8
Renters
41%
Age distribution
21.3%
23.4%
27%
13.8%
14.5%
Under 1821.3%
18–3423.4%
35–5427%
55–6413.8%
65+14.5%
Gender
49.9%
50.1%
Male49.9%
Female50.1%
Race & ethnicity
57.5%
29.1%
White57.5%
Black29.1%
Hispanic6.3%
Asian1.8%
Other5.2%
Education (25+)
15.6%
38.9%
28.4%
17.1%
No HS diploma15.6%
HS diploma38.9%
Some college28.4%
Bachelor's+17.1%
Housing tenure
59%
41%
Owner59%
Renter41%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 43207 in Columbus, OH has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,013 → $1,371
up 35.3%
Income
$52,747 → $63,310
up 20.0%
Population
46,038 → 47,272
up 2.7%
Renter share
39.1% → 41%
+1.9 pts
Bachelor's+
15.5% → 17.1%
+1.6 pts

The median rent in ZIP 43207 in Columbus, OH stood at $1,013 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,371, reflecting a 35.3% increase over the period. Census figures show median household income at $63,310 today, compared with $52,747 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 2.7% since 2021, moving from about 46,038 residents to roughly 47,272. Renters now make up 41% of households, compared with 39.1% 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 43207 covers Columbus, OH. The median rent here is $1,371/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,040/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,240/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($63,310/yr), ZIP 43207 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.2% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 43207?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 43207 (Columbus, OH) is $1,371. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 43207 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 43207's median rent of $1,371/mo is $594 (30%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 43207 compare to other ZIPs in Ohio?

ZIP 43207 falls in the middle range for Ohio, ranking #126 out of 232 ZIPs at $1,371/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 43207?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $55,000/year (~$26/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,371/mo in ZIP 43207. The local median household income is $63,310/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 43207?

Rent in ZIP 43207 has increased 7.2% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 43207 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 43207 is considered affordable for renters. At $1,371/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($63,310/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 43207 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 43207 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 41% of ZIP 43207 households are renters, while 59% are owner-occupied. ZIP 43207 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 43207 compare to the rest of Columbus?

ZIP 43207 is more affordable than Columbus overall. At $1,371/mo, it's $85 below the Columbus citywide median of $1,456/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 43207 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 43207 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,371/mo, rent takes ~26% of ZIP 43207's median household income ($63,310/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 43207 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.75–3.5%
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