Cost of Living in Belmont County, Ohio
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Belmont County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Belmont County ranks #732 of 3,144 counties for affordability (top 23%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Belmont County, Ohio
Belmont balances income and rent
Belmont County renters spend 15.8% of their median household income on gross rent—just above Ohio's 15.6% average but comfortably below the 30% national threshold. With a median income of $58,411 and rent of $769, Belmont offers reasonable affordability without sacrifice.
Belmont ranks solidly statewide
At 15.8%, Belmont County's rent-to-income ratio sits nearly at Ohio's state average of 15.6%, placing it firmly in the middle tier of the state's 88 counties. The county's median rent of $769 falls well below the state average of $873, offsetting slightly lower incomes.
Cheapest rents in eastern Ohio
Belmont's $769 median rent is the lowest among eastern Ohio neighbors, undercutting Ashtabula ($816), Brown ($822), and Ashland ($841). This rent advantage makes Belmont attractive despite the region's generally lower incomes.
Renters and owners fairly balanced
Renters spend $769 monthly (15.8% of income) while owners pay $759—nearly identical burdens on a $58,411 median income. Both tenure types enjoy solid affordability, with median home values at $143,000 among Ohio's lowest.
Eastern Ohio's rental bargain
Belmont County offers eastern Ohio's lowest rents at $769/month with reasonable incomes of $58,411 and a 15.8% cost ratio matching the state average. If you're relocating to Appalachian Ohio and value rent affordability, Belmont competes with any county statewide.
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Affordability Verdict
Housing in Belmont County is affordable. The median rent is $769/month against a median household income of $58,411, putting rent at 15.8% of income.
Rent vs. Own
Renters in Belmont County pay $769/month on average, compared to $759/month for homeowners. This market favors buyers by about 1%.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $30,760/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $32,529/year. With a median household income of $58,411, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 28.0% of renter households in Belmont County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Belmont County sits 6% less expensive than Brown County ($822/month) in terms of median gross rent.
Affordability Calculator
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Rent Burden
15.8%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,363
per month
Owner Cost Burden
15.6%
of gross income
You can likely afford the median home in Belmont County
Median home value is $143,000. Estimated monthly cost: $1,142 vs. your max of $1,363.
Rent Affordability Guide
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See Today's RatesData: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023) — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.
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