Cheapest Places to Live in Ohio (2026)
Looking for the most affordable cities in Ohio? We ranked 11 Ohio cities by median home value. The cheapest is Youngstown (~$74,500); the Ohio median is $227,000.
Most affordable cities in Ohio
Ranked by median home value, lowest first:
| # | City | Median home value | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Youngstown | $74,500 | $74 |
| 2 | Dayton | $105,000 | $105 |
| 3 | Toledo | $122,000 | $99 |
| 4 | Akron | $123,000 | $98 |
| 5 | Cleveland | $138,000 | $113 |
| 6 | Canton | $161,000 | $108 |
| 7 | Mansfield | $173,000 | $144 |
| 8 | Springfield | $192,500 | $145 |
| 9 | Cincinnati | $257,000 | $170 |
| 10 | Columbus | $280,000 | $188 |
Most expensive cities in Ohio
The priciest Ohio markets by median home value:
| # | City | Median home value | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beavercreek | $289,500 | $173 |
| 2 | Columbus | $280,000 | $188 |
| 3 | Cincinnati | $257,000 | $170 |
| 4 | Springfield | $192,500 | $145 |
| 5 | Mansfield | $173,000 | $144 |
| 6 | Canton | $161,000 | $108 |
| 7 | Cleveland | $138,000 | $113 |
| 8 | Akron | $123,000 | $98 |
| 9 | Toledo | $122,000 | $99 |
| 10 | Dayton | $105,000 | $105 |
How we rank Ohio cities
Rankings use the typical (median) home value for each city from public market data (Realtor.com & Zillow research). Affordability also depends on incomes, taxes, and cost of living — see each city page for local detail. Directional estimates, not appraisals.
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Ohio affordability: FAQ
What is the cheapest place to live in Ohio? +
Based on median home value, Youngstown is among the most affordable cities in Ohio, with a typical home around $74,500 — well below the Ohio median of $227,000.
What is the most expensive city in Ohio? +
By median home value, Beavercreek is among the priciest in Ohio, with a typical home around $289,500.
Is Ohio an affordable place to live? +
The median home value in Ohio is about $227,000 (22% more affordable than the U.S. median of $290,000), but prices vary widely by city — from around $74,500 to $289,500.