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Cost of living in Ohio

Rent, taxes, earnings and more across all 88 Ohio counties.

Avg. 1-bed rent
$807/mo
Avg. household income
$68,101/yr
Avg. home value
$182,492
Avg. monthly cost
$2,707/mo
Cheapest county
Noble County
$2,263/mo for a single person
Most expensive county
Delaware County
$3,572/mo for a single person

Last updated May 21, 2026

Taxes in Ohio

State income, sales and local tax rates.

State income tax
3.50%
Top marginal rate

Ohio has a graduated state income tax ranging from 0% to 3.5%.

State sales tax
5.75%
Combined sales tax
7.24%
incl. average local of 1.49%

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Rent in Ohio

The average one-bedroom rent across Ohio is $807/mo. Rent varies from $674/mo in Adams County to $1,194/mo in Pickaway County.

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Cheapest places to live in Ohio

Top 10 counties by estimated single-person monthly cost.

Rankings include rent, utilities, groceries, transport, healthcare and taxes. See our methodology.

Most expensive places to live in Ohio

Top 10 counties by estimated single-person monthly cost.

Highest earning counties in Ohio

Top 10 by average household income.

All 88 counties in Ohio

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Frequently asked questions about Ohio

Common questions about cost of living, taxes and rent.

What is the cost of living in Ohio?

The average cost of living in Ohio is approximately $2,707 per month for a single person. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare and taxes. Costs range from $2,263/mo in Noble County to $3,572/mo in Delaware County.

What is the average rent in Ohio?

The average one-bedroom rent in Ohio is $807 per month, based on HUD Fair Market Rent data across all 88 counties.

What is the average salary in Ohio?

The average household income in Ohio is $68,101 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

Does Ohio have state income tax?

Yes, Ohio has a graduated income tax ranging from 0% to 3.5%.

What is the sales tax in Ohio?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Ohio averages 7.24%. The state rate is 5.75% with an average local addition of 1.49%.

What are the cheapest places to live in Ohio?

The cheapest counties to live in Ohio based on overall monthly costs are: 1. Noble County ($2,263/mo), 2. Athens County ($2,332/mo), 3. Holmes County ($2,397/mo), 4. Meigs County ($2,480/mo), 5. Guernsey County ($2,489/mo).

What are the most expensive places to live in Ohio?

The most expensive counties to live in Ohio based on overall monthly costs are: 1. Delaware County ($3,572/mo), 2. Union County ($3,287/mo), 3. Fairfield County ($3,229/mo), 4. Licking County ($3,200/mo), 5. Madison County ($3,192/mo).

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources.

  • U.S. Census Bureau (ACS 5-Year Estimates)
  • HUD Fair Market Rents FY2025
  • Energy Information Administration (EIA)
  • Tax Foundation state and local rates
Methodology All data sources