Cost of Living in Greene County, Ohio
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Greene County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Greene County ranks #2,701 of 3,144 counties for affordability (bottom 14%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Greene County, Ohio
Greene County matches national norms
Greene County residents spend 15.3% of income on rent, essentially matching the national average of 15.6%. With median household income at $85,218 and rent at $1,089, housing costs feel reasonable for a mid-Ohio suburban county.
Close to Ohio's affordability sweet spot
Greene County's rent-to-income ratio of 15.3% hovers just below Ohio's 15.6% state average, making it one of the state's most balanced counties. The median rent of $1,089 sits comfortably between urban Franklin ($1,233) and rural Fulton ($832).
The balanced middle ground
Greene County's $1,089 rent splits the difference between expensive Franklin County ($1,233) and affordable Fulton ($832), with incomes ($85,218) above state and national medians. It offers suburban stability without excessive housing burden or income sacrifice.
Balanced housing, solid income
Renters here spend $1,089 monthly and homeowners $1,228 against median income of $85,218, consuming 15% and 17% respectively. Greene County achieves rare balance: income above the national average while housing costs remain reasonable.
Greene County suits most relocators
Greene County delivers one of Ohio's sweetest affordability stories: reasonable housing costs, above-average income, and proximity to Columbus employment. Consider it if you want suburban stability without the price premium of affluent Geauga or the income constraints of rural counties.
Cost of Living Advisory: Greene County
Affordability Verdict
Housing in Greene County is affordable. The median rent is $1,089/month against a median household income of $85,218, putting rent at 15.3% of income.
Rent vs. Own
The median rent in Greene County is $1,089/month, while owner costs run $1,228/month. Renting saves approximately $139/month.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $43,560/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $52,629/year. With a median household income of $85,218, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 26.0% of renter households in Greene County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Within Ohio, Greene County is more affordable than Portage County by roughly 5% ($1,089/mo vs $1,036/mo).
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Rent Burden
15.3%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,988
per month
Owner Cost Burden
17.3%
of gross income
You can likely afford the median home in Greene County
Median home value is $238,000. Estimated monthly cost: $1,900 vs. your max of $1,988.
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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