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ZIP 45211

Pop. 38,049·Hamilton County·172nd most expensive ZIP in Ohio
Median rent (all units)
$1,206/mo
Year-over-Year
+8.4%
Month-over-Month
+4.5%
vs US Median
-$759
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ZIP 45211 · $1,206
More affordable than 92% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$810
1 BR
$890
2 BR
$1,140
3 BR
$1,500
4 BR+
$1,660
Research median
$1,140/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
$14,472/yr
At $1,206/mo median
Location
StateOH
CountyHamilton County
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Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 8.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+8.4% YoY, +4.5% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 45211 (Cincinnati, OH) is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 28.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
38,049
Median income
$53,868
Median age
34.7
Renters
47.5%
Age distribution
29.2%
21.1%
27.9%
12.2%
Under 1829.2%
18–3421.1%
35–5427.9%
55–649.6%
65+12.2%
Gender
50.4%
49.6%
Male50.4%
Female49.6%
Race & ethnicity
51.4%
37.6%
White51.4%
Black37.6%
Hispanic5.2%
Asian1.1%
Other4.6%
Education (25+)
30.6%
30.8%
28.5%
No HS diploma10%
HS diploma30.6%
Some college30.8%
Bachelor's+28.5%
Housing tenure
52.5%
47.5%
Owner52.5%
Renter47.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 45211 in Cincinnati, OH has changed in 5 years

Rent
$827 → $1,206
up 45.8%
Income
$46,736 → $53,868
up 15.3%
Population
37,399 → 38,049
up 1.7%
Renter share
49.3% → 47.5%
-1.8 pts
Bachelor's+
26.5% → 28.5%
+2.0 pts

Since 2021, the typical rent in ZIP 45211 in Cincinnati, OH has increased from $827 to $1,206, a 45.8% change over five years. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 45211 in Cincinnati, OH now reports about $53,868, up from $46,736 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 1.7% since 2021, moving from about 37,399 residents to roughly 38,049. Renters now make up 47.5% of households, compared with 49.3% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 28.5% of adults here, versus 26.5% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 45211 in Cincinnati, OH reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 45211 covers Cincinnati, OH. The median rent here is $1,206/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $890/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,140/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($53,868/yr), ZIP 45211 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.4% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 45211?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 45211 (Cincinnati, OH) is $1,206. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 45211 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 45211's median rent of $1,206/mo is $759 (39%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 45211 compare to other ZIPs in Ohio?

ZIP 45211 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Ohio, ranking #172 out of 232 ZIPs at $1,206/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 45211?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $48,000/year (~$23/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,206/mo in ZIP 45211. The local median household income is $53,868/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 45211?

Rent in ZIP 45211 has increased 8.4% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 45211 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 45211 is considered affordable for renters. At $1,206/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($53,868/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 45211 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 45211 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 47.5% of ZIP 45211 households are renters, while 52.5% are owner-occupied. ZIP 45211 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 45211 compare to the rest of Cincinnati?

ZIP 45211 is more affordable than Cincinnati overall. At $1,206/mo, it's $269 below the Cincinnati citywide median of $1,475/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 45211 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 45211 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
27%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,206/mo, rent takes ~27% of ZIP 45211's median household income ($53,868/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 45211 27%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.75–3.5%
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