Apartments for rent in Youngstown, OH

Youngstown, Ohio is a small city with a population of slightly less than 65,000. Retirees account for a greater percentage of the population (17%) here than nationally (14%). Home ownership is more common than renting in the area, and 43% of residents rent. Renting remains an affordable option, though, as the city boasts a relatively low average rent of $643 per month. Over the course of a year, renters in Youngstown will save around $2,000 compared to the state average.

With an average commute time of about 21 minutes, shorter than most cities in Ohio, Youngstown residents are well aware that it isn't overly time-consuming to travel to work. Many residents (29%) drive their car to work, while public transit isn't extensively used. Walking isn't a common way to get to work.

There are two primary industries in Youngstown: healthcare and retail. Combined, these industries make up 12% of the labor force in the city. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, many of the city's residents work in sales, making it the top career path in the city. Youngstown workers earn an average annual income of around $36K, less than the average Ohio resident. The city's average income also falls below the national average ($73,345). Compared to the national average, Youngstown has a large concentration of residents over the age of 25 with a high school degree or equivalent (28%). In addition, 8% have earned a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, or Doctoral degree.