RentDataNowRentDataNow
ZIP Code · OH

ZIP 45202

Pop. 17,869·Hamilton County·57th most expensive ZIP in Ohio
Median rent (all units)
$1,633/mo
Year-over-Year
+3.9%
Month-over-Month
+1.2%
vs US Median
-$332
Rising (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss 45202 rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
ZIP 45202 · $1,633
More affordable than 64% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,440
1 BR
$1,580
2 BR
$2,030
3 BR
$2,680
4 BR+
$2,960
Research median
$2,030/mo

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

Rent trends

12-month history

Loading…

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$19,596/yr
At $1,633/mo median
Location
StateOH
CountyHamilton County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 3.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+3.9% YoY, +1.2% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 45202 (Cincinnati, OH) is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income above the national average, 63.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
17,869
Median income
$95,633
Median age
33.3
Renters
73.6%
Age distribution
44.8%
25.3%
Under 188%
18–3444.8%
35–5425.3%
55–6411.3%
65+10.4%
Gender
53.8%
46.2%
Male53.8%
Female46.2%
Race & ethnicity
68.9%
19.4%
White68.9%
Black19.4%
Hispanic4.2%
Asian3.7%
Other3.9%
Education (25+)
12.7%
17.7%
63.6%
No HS diploma6%
HS diploma12.7%
Some college17.7%
Bachelor's+63.6%
Housing tenure
26.4%
73.6%
Owner26.4%
Renter73.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 45202 in Cincinnati, OH has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,353 → $1,633
up 20.7%
Income
$80,178 → $95,633
up 19.3%
Population
15,293 → 17,869
up 16.8%
Renter share
76% → 73.6%
-2.4 pts
Bachelor's+
63.3% → 63.6%
+0.3 pts

Compared with 2021, rent in ZIP 45202 in Cincinnati, OH has increased by $280 per month, settling near $1,633 after starting the period at $1,353. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $80,178 in 2021 to $95,633 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 15,293 to 17,869 between 2021 and 2024, a 16.8% change. About 73.6% of households rent today, against 76% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the ZIP 45202 in Cincinnati, OH market of 2021.

Community

Discussions about ZIP 45202

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

Local insights

Tips for renters in ZIP 45202

About renting in ZIP 45202

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 45202 covers Cincinnati, OH. The median rent here is $1,633/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,580/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,030/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($95,633/yr), ZIP 45202 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 45202?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 45202 (Cincinnati, OH) is $1,633. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 45202 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 45202's median rent of $1,633/mo is $332 (17%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 45202 compare to other ZIPs in Ohio?

ZIP 45202 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in Ohio, ranking #57 out of 232 ZIPs tracked at $1,633/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 45202?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $65,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,633/mo in ZIP 45202. The local median household income is $95,633/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 45202?

Rent in ZIP 45202 has increased 3.9% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 45202 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 45202 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,633/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($95,633/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 45202 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 45202 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 73.6% of ZIP 45202 households are renters, while 26.4% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 45202 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 45202 compare to the rest of Cincinnati?

ZIP 45202 is pricier than Cincinnati as a whole. At $1,633/mo, it's $158 above the Cincinnati citywide median of $1,475/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 45202 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 45202 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
20%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,633/mo, rent takes ~20% of ZIP 45202's median household income ($95,633/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 45202 20%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.75–3.5%
Compare

How does this area stack up?

Pick another city or ZIP to compare.

Schools nearby

Public schools near ZIP 45202 (Cincinnati, OH)

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for this ZIP.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.