Average Rent in Cincinnati, IN↑ Rents rising 7.7% YoY🔺 2nd priciest in IN

Cincinnati, IN has rental prices ranging from $883/month to $1,885/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $993/month — 29% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $79,490/year, spending $993/month on a 1-bedroom represents 15% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Cincinnati Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,287/month, Cincinnati ranks #2 most expensive of the 77 cities tracked in Indiana — pricier than 86% of all US cities in our data.

The Cincinnati Rental Market

The Cincinnati, IN area has a population of about 2,255,257 and 32% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Cincinnati, IN have risen by $92/month (7.7%) over the past year, from $1,195 to $1,287. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Cincinnati, IN without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $39,720. The local median household income of $79,490 exceeds that threshold by $39,770, making Cincinnati relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Is Cincinnati, IN Affordable?

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Rent or Buy in Cincinnati?

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