Cincinnati, OH Local Data & Statistics

State: OH

Total population: 311,224 Household income: $52,909 Rent: $1,001

Overview

Total population

311,224

Rent

$1,001

Year built

1951

Household income

$52,909

Per capita income

$40,324

Poverty rate

25.5%

Unemployment rate

4.3%

Household size

2.1 persons

Rent over 30% of income

46.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Ohio

Total population

311,224

Adults over 25

204,382

Total households

144,297

Household size

2.1 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$52,909

Per capita income

$40,324

Poverty rate

25.5%

Unemployment rate

4.3%

Rent over 30% of income

46.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,001

Year built

1951

Households that rent

60.2%

Households that own

39.8%

Rooms per home (all homes)

4.7

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

49%

Black

36.5%

Asian

2.7%

Two or more races

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

6.1%

Not Hispanic or Latino

93.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

85%

Commute time to work

22 mins

Work from home

15%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

26.2%

High school graduate or GED

23.6%

Some college or associate degree

8.4%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

41.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Cincinnati, OH with: Ohio United States

Cincinnati, OH

Total population311,224

Rent$1,001

Year built1951

Household income$52,909

Per capita income$40,324

Poverty rate25.5%

Unemployment rate4.3%

Ohio State

Total population11,810,293

Rent$1,034

Year built1970

Household income$71,389

Per capita income$40,552

Poverty rate13.3%

Unemployment rate4.3%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityCincinnati, OH	StateOhio	CountryUnited States
Total population	311,224	11,810,293	334,922,499
Rent	$1,001	$1,034	$1,413
Year built	1951	1970	1980
Household income	$52,909	$71,389	$80,734
Per capita income	$40,324	$40,552	$44,673
Poverty rate	25.5%	13.3%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	4.3%	4.3%	4%

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Summary for Cincinnati, OH

Cincinnati is located in Ohio.

Rent & Income

In Cincinnati, the typical monthly rent is $1,001 and the typical household income is $52,909. Rent here is similar to Ohio and lower than the U.S., and household income is lower than both Ohio and the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 25.5%, which is higher than in both Ohio and national.

Housing & Affordability

Renters make up about 60.2% of households, making this a predominantly renter area. About 46.9% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is high, with about 41.8% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is similar to Ohio and higher than the national rate.

Cincinnati, OH — Rent vs Household Income

Cincinnati, OH — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Cincinnati, OH compares in Ohio (18 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,001	11 / 18	from lower rent	$728 – $1,295
Household income	$52,909	10 / 18	from higher income	$34,408 – $74,681
Poverty rate	25.5%	14 / 18	from lower poverty	8.3% – 37.3%
Unemployment rate	4.3%	10 / 18	from lower unemployment	2.5% – 6.6%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Ohio with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Cincinnati, OH

Rent

Cincinnati ranks 11th out of 18 large places in Ohio for rent. Statewide rents range from $728 in Youngstown, OH to $1,295 in Columbus, OH.

Household income

For household income, Cincinnati ranks 10th out of 18 large places. Across Ohio, incomes range from $34,408 in Youngstown, OH to $74,681 in Kettering, OH.

Poverty rate

Poverty levels put Cincinnati in 14th place among 18 significant areas. Across Ohio, poverty ranges between 8.3% and 37.3%.

Unemployment rate

For unemployment, Cincinnati ranks 10th out of 18 large places. Across Ohio, unemployment ranges from 2.5% in Lakewood, OH to 6.6% in Toledo, OH.

💰 Rent in Cincinnati, OH (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,001 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Cincinnati, OH

Annual Household Income: $52,909

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Cincinnati, OH

Estimated Rate: 25.5%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Cincinnati, OH

In Cincinnati, OH, households that rent: 86,829 (60.2%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	86,829	60.2%
Owner-Occupied	57,468	39.8%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Cincinnati, OH

In Cincinnati, OH, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 40,751 (46.9%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	40,751	46.9%
Other renter households	46,078	53.1%
Total renter households	86,829	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Cincinnati, OH

Less than High School: 53,473 people (26.2%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 48,312 people (23.6%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 17,106 people (8.4%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 85,491 people (41.8%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 204,382

📊 Unemployment Rate in Cincinnati, OH

Estimated Rate: 4.3%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

Similar Population

Santa Ana, CA311,639 Orlando, FL311,732 Irvine, CA308,160 St. Paul, MN307,762 Newark, NJ307,188 Riverside, CA316,241 Corpus Christi, TX317,383 Pittsburgh, PA303,620 Stockton, CA320,470 Greensboro, NC298,564

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.