Cost of Living in Wooster, OH
Population: 27,012 • 2026 Data
$65,888
Median Household Income
-15% vs national
$882
Median Monthly Rent
-35% vs national
$198,400
Median Home Value
-41% vs national
4.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Wooster
The median home value in Wooster, OH is $198,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $882, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $935.
Rent-to-income ratio: 16.1%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Wooster, OH is $65,888. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5%, with a labor force of 14,347 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.