Apartments for rent in Obetz, OH

The small town of Obetz, Ohio is home to approximately 5,000 residents. Young children make up a larger portion of the population here (8%) than nationally (6%), making it a nice place to raise a family, while young adults are less well-represented. Overall, the town's residents, with an average age of just under 35, are decidedly younger than most cities in Ohio. Most residents own their homes in Obetz, and 28% of residents rent. Relatively high rent costs may be a factor, as the average rent of $934/month is substantially higher than the state average of $811.

Obetz has an average commute time of about 22 minutes, quicker than the state average of about 24 minutes. Many residents (43%) commute to work by car, while public transit is not used. Few workers commute on foot.

Many Obetz residents work in one of three industries: retail, healthcare, and manufacturing. Together, these industries account for 18% of the town's labor force. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many of the town's workers are in sales, making it the top career path in the town. With an average annual income of just over $66,000, Obetz workers earn roughly the same as their peers elsewhere in the state. However, Obetz compares less favorably to the national average ($73,345). Obetz has a large percentage of residents over the age of 25 who have earned a high school degree or equivalent (29%) compared to the national average. In addition, 7% have earned a Bachelor's degree and 2% possess a Master's degree or Doctorate.