Average Rent in Ashland County, OH↑ Rents rising 3.1% YoY🔻 5th cheapest in OH
HUD FY2027 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 52,296
Market Overview
Ashland County, OH has rental prices ranging from $758/month to $1,443/month in 2027, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $846/month — 40% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $64,991/year, spending $846/month on a 1-bedroom represents 16% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Ashland County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,003/month, Ashland County ranks #68 most expensive of the 72 cities tracked in Ohio — more affordable than 67% of all US cities in our data.
The Ashland County Rental Market
The Ashland County, OH area has a population of about 52,296 and 21% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.
Rent Trends
2-bedroom rents in Ashland County, OH have risen by $30/month (3.1%) over the past year, from $973 to $1,003. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Ashland County, OH without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $33,840. The local median household income of $64,991 exceeds that threshold by $31,151, making Ashland County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Ashland County, OH has an unemployment rate of 3.1%, 0.8 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.
Fair Market Rents
HUD FY2027Is Ashland County, OH Affordable?
Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.
Affordability Index(30% income rule)
Nearby Cities in OHlargest metros in the state
| City | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brown County | $844 | $849 | $1,030 | $1,425 | — |
| Columbus | $1,258 | $1,346 | $1,602 | $1,909 | — |
| Dayton | $909 | $1,008 | $1,248 | $1,623 | — |
| Akron | $886 | $952 | $1,231 | $1,474 | — |
| Ottawa County | $677 | $753 | $988 | $1,190 | — |
| Toledo | $822 | $875 | $1,145 | $1,461 | — |
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