Warren, Ohio has an overall cost of living index of 96.3, which is 3.7 points below the US average of 100 — making it more affordable than most American cities. Renters pay a median of $759 per month, while the typical home is valued around $80,100. Households earn a median of $36,955 per year, leaving rent at a manageable share of income for many residents. The figures below cover housing, local wages by occupation, demographics, and air quality, all drawn from the US Census Bureau, BEA, HUD, and EPA.
Median Household Income
$36,955
Annual · Census ACS
Median Gross Rent
$759
Per month · Census ACS
Median Home Value
$80,100
Census ACS
Cost of Living Index
96.3
BEA RPP · US avg = 100
Studio FMR
$735
HUD Fair Market Rent
1BR Fair Market Rent
$771
HUD FMR
2BR Fair Market Rent
$973
HUD FMR
3BR Fair Market Rent
$1,270
HUD FMR
HUD Fair Market Rent = 40th percentile gross rent · FY2024
Each category is indexed to the US average of 100. Below 100 = cheaper than average.
Overall
96.3
Goods
94.7
Rents / Housing
94.2
Services
101.9
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (metro-level)
State Income Tax
3.50%
Top marginal rate
State Sales Tax
5.75%
Statewide base rate (local add-ons may apply)
Source: Tax Foundation (2024)
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| 💻Software Developer | $114,870 |
| 🏥Registered Nurse | $87,620 |
| 📚Elementary Teacher | $67,720 |
| ⚡Electrician | $69,300 |
| 📊Accountant | $87,920 |
Source: BLS OEWS 2023 (metro-level data)
Population
39,057
Latest estimate
Median Age
38.5 yrs
Census ACS
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AQI data not available
Source: EPA AirNow
What is the cost of living index for Warren?
Warren has a Regional Price Parity (RPP) index of 96.3. The US national average is 100, so Warren is 3.7 points below the national average.
What is the median rent in Warren?
The median gross rent in Warren is $759 per month according to US Census ACS data.
What is the median household income in Warren?
The median household income in Warren is $36,955 per year.
What is the median home value in Warren?
The median home value in Warren is $80,100 based on the latest Census ACS survey.
How is the air quality in Warren?
Air quality data for Warren is not yet available.
What are the taxes like in Warren?
Ohio has a top state income tax rate of 3.50% and a statewide sales tax of 5.75% (local rates may add to this). Source: Tax Foundation, 2024.
Data last updated: December 1, 2024 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, EPA AirNow, Tax Foundation · Methodology