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ZIP 45801

Part of Lima, OH
Pop. 21,739·Allen County·188th most expensive ZIP in Ohio
Median rent (all units)
$1,132/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-1.6%
vs US Median
-$833
Falling (Monthly)
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ZIP 45801 · $1,132
More affordable than 94% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$810
1 BR
$820
2 BR
$1,070
3 BR
$1,290
4 BR+
$1,440
Research median
$1,070/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
$13,584/yr
At $1,132/mo median
Location
CityLima
StateOH
CountyAllen County
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Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (down 0.0% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -1.6% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 45801 (Lima, OH) is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
21,739
Median income
$51,731
Median age
38.4
Renters
45.7%
Age distribution
23.2%
23.2%
24.8%
12.8%
16%
Under 1823.2%
18–3423.2%
35–5424.8%
55–6412.8%
65+16%
Gender
53.6%
46.4%
Male53.6%
Female46.4%
Race & ethnicity
73.3%
13.1%
White73.3%
Black13.1%
Hispanic5.1%
Asian2%
Other6.6%
Education (25+)
45.3%
30%
12.9%
No HS diploma11.8%
HS diploma45.3%
Some college30%
Bachelor's+12.9%
Housing tenure
54.3%
45.7%
Owner54.3%
Renter45.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 45801 in Lima, OH has changed in 5 years

Income
$41,216 → $51,731
up 25.5%
Population
21,788 → 21,739
down 0.2%
Renter share
45.7% → 45.7%
+0.0 pts
Bachelor's+
11.9% → 12.9%
+1.0 pts

Household income in the area moved from $41,216 to $51,731 across the same window, up 25.5% versus 2021.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 45801 covers Lima, OH. The median rent here is $1,132/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $820/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,070/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($51,731/yr), ZIP 45801 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 45801?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 45801 (Lima, OH) is $1,132. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 45801 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 45801's median rent of $1,132/mo is $833 (42%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 45801 compare to other ZIPs in Ohio?

ZIP 45801 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Ohio, ranking #188 out of 232 ZIPs at $1,132/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 45801?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $45,000/year (~$22/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,132/mo in ZIP 45801. The local median household income is $51,731/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 45801?

Rent in ZIP 45801 has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 20, 2026.

Is ZIP 45801 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 45801 is considered affordable for renters. At $1,132/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($51,731/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 45801 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 45801 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 45.7% of ZIP 45801 households are renters, while 54.3% are owner-occupied. ZIP 45801 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 45801 compare to the rest of Lima?

ZIP 45801 is more affordable than Lima overall. At $1,132/mo, it's $44 below the Lima citywide median of $1,176/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 45801 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 45801 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,132/mo, rent takes ~26% of ZIP 45801's median household income ($51,731/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 45801 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.75–3.5%
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