Cost of Living in Hamilton County, Ohio

$1,005/mo

Median Monthly Rent

$225,700

Median Home Value

15% above state averageUnaffordable

At a Glance

Median Monthly Rent

$1,005/mo

15% above state average

Median Home Value

$225,700

20% below national

Rent-to-Income Ratio

29.0%

% of income spent on rent

Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)

Affordability Rating

Unaffordable

Rent over 50% of income

How Hamilton County Compares

Median monthly rent comparison

Hamilton County$1,005/mo

Ohio Average$873/mo

National Median$1,163/mo

Detailed Housing Stats

$1,005/mo

Median Gross Rent

$225,700

Median Home Value

$1,301/mo

Monthly Owner Cost

29.0%

Rent-to-Income Ratio

Data Story

About Cost of Living in Hamilton County, Ohio

Hamilton County runs above national average

Hamilton County residents spend 17.0% of income on rent, exceeding the national average of 15.6% by 1.4 percentage points. With median household income at $70,816 and rent at $1,005, Cincinnati's urban housing market demands a larger share of paychecks.

Cincinnati's affordability challenge

Hamilton County's rent-to-income ratio of 17.0% ranks it among Ohio's less affordable counties, above the state average of 15.6%. The median rent of $1,005 exceeds the state median by $132, reflecting Cincinnati's urban demand.

Urban prices, moderate incomes

Hamilton County's $1,005 median rent falls between rural Fulton ($832) and expensive Franklin ($1,233), but its median income of $70,816 is below both neighbors. Cincinnati's urban housing market takes a heavier toll relative to earning power.

Cincinnati rents bite harder

Renters here spend $1,005 monthly and homeowners $1,301 against median income of $70,816, consuming 17% and 22% respectively. Hamilton County homebuyers face the steepest burden among these eight counties, with nearly a quarter of income going to mortgages.

Cincinnati appeals to renters, challenges buyers

If you're considering Cincinnati, renting offers better affordability than homeownership relative to local incomes. Compare Hamilton County's job market and urban amenities carefully against the 17% rent burden and explore nearby Greene County for better homebuying balance.

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See how your income compares to housing costs in Hamilton County

Your Annual Household Income

Rent Burden

17.0%

of gross income

Max Housing (28% Rule)

$1,652

per month

Owner Cost Burden

22.0%

of gross income

The median home in Hamilton County may be a stretch

Median home value is $225,700. Estimated monthly cost: $1,802 vs. your max of $1,652.

Rent Affordability Guide

Your rent-to-income ratio17.0%

Recommended max30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Hamilton County, Ohio?

Hamilton County, Ohio has a median monthly rent of $1,005/mo and a median home value of $225,700. The affordability rating is Unaffordable, with rent making up approximately 29.0% of median household income.

What is the median rent in Hamilton County?

The median gross rent in Hamilton County is $1,005/mo. This is 15% above state average for Ohio.

Is Hamilton County affordable?

Hamilton County is rated Unaffordable based on rent-to-income ratio of 29.0%. Spending over 50% of income on rent is generally considered unaffordable.

How does Hamilton County's rent compare to the state average?

Hamilton County's median rent of $1,005/mo is 15% above state average of $873/mo for Ohio.

What is the median home value in Hamilton County?

The median home value in Hamilton County, Ohio is $225,700. This is 20% below the national median home value of $281,900.