Cost of Living in Bowling Green, OH
Population: 30,051 • 2026 Data
$46,719
Median Household Income
-40% vs national
$874
Median Monthly Rent
-35% vs national
$217,300
Median Home Value
-36% vs national
5.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Bowling Green
The median home value in Bowling Green, OH is $217,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $874, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $908.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.4%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Bowling Green, OH is $46,719. The unemployment rate stands at 5.8%, with a labor force of 17,056 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.