Cost of Living in Kent, OH
Population: 27,190 • 2026 Data
$42,524
Median Household Income
-45% vs national
$983
Median Monthly Rent
-27% vs national
$210,700
Median Home Value
-38% vs national
10.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Kent
The median home value in Kent, OH is $210,700. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $983, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,023.
Rent-to-income ratio: 27.7%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Kent, OH is $42,524. The unemployment rate stands at 10.4%, with a labor force of 15,169 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.