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Average Rent in Auglaize County, OH Rents rising 2.8% YoY🔻 3rd cheapest in OH

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 46,209

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Market Overview

Auglaize County, OH has rental prices ranging from $693/month to $1,484/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $697/month — 50% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $76,454/year, spending $697/month on a 1-bedroom represents 11% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Auglaize County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $884/month, Auglaize County ranks #66 most expensive of the 68 cities tracked in Ohio — more affordable than 79% of all US cities in our data.

The Auglaize County Rental Market

The Auglaize County, OH area has a population of about 46,209 and 24% 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 Auglaize County, OH have risen by $24/month (2.8%) over the past year, from $860 to $884. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Auglaize County, OH without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $27,880. The local median household income of $76,454 exceeds that threshold by $48,574, making Auglaize County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Auglaize County, OH has an unemployment rate of 2.7%, 1.2 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.

Neighborhoods

Home values — and by extension rent levels — vary significantly across Auglaize County's neighborhoods. Among the highest-value areas are Uniopolis ($129,018 median home value). Renters on a tighter budget may find better value in less central neighborhoods or in adjacent metros with lower overall rent levels.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$693
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$697
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$884
2.8% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,239
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,484
Affordable
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Is Auglaize County, OH Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$35,360/year
Local median income: $76,454
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $884/month and 20% down on a home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in OHlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
Brown County$726$731$947$1,273
Columbus$1,104$1,194$1,445$1,741
Dayton$780$845$1,077$1,390
Akron$799$880$1,131$1,398
Ottawa County$677$753$988$1,190
Toledo$745$805$1,056$1,371

Rent or Buy in Auglaize County?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Auglaize County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$884/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏢 Rent

Renting appears to be the better financial choice for this scenario.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $884/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

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