Average Rent in Weirton, OH↑ Rents rising 4.5% YoY
HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 115,566
Market Overview
Weirton, OH has rental prices ranging from $706/month to $1,352/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $711/month — 49% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $57,149/year, spending $711/month on a 1-bedroom represents 15% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Weirton Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $899/month, Weirton ranks #31 most expensive of the 68 cities tracked in Ohio — more affordable than 77% of all US cities in our data.
The Weirton Rental Market
The Weirton, OH area has a population of about 115,566 and 27% 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 Weirton, OH have risen by $39/month (4.5%) over the past year, from $860 to $899. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Weirton, OH without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $28,440. The local median household income of $57,149 exceeds that threshold by $28,709, making Weirton relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Fair Market Rents
HUD FY2025Is Weirton, OH Affordable?
Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.
Affordability Index(30% income rule)
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| City | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | Home 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 | — |
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