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Youngstown, OH

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Ohio town exudes small-town feel with big-city amenities.

Riverside Convenient Affordable College Town

Situated on the Mahoning River, Halfway between Pittsburgh and Cleveland, Youngstown is home to Youngstown State University. In addition to the university and all of its offerings, Youngstown provides residents with access to a host of amenities.

If you choose to rent in Youngstown, you will have the chance to enjoy scenic views while hiking in Mill Creek Park, see national recording artists and major acts at the Covelli Centre, explore the expansive collection at the Butler Institute of American Art, learn more about the steel industry at the Youngstown Museum of Industry and Labor, and catch the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra at DeYor Performing Arts Center. You’ll also have the opportunity to attend the largest county fair in Ohio, the Canfield Fair, which draws thousands of visitors every summer to celebrate the region’s rural roots.

Youngstown is accessible to Interstates 76, 80, and 680 as well as the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport, making for easy commutes and travels.

Rent Trends

As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Youngstown, OH is $593 for a studio, $702 for one bedroom, $837 for two bedrooms, and $1,070 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Youngstown has increased by 1.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$702/month
650 Sq Ft
House
$1,325/month
842 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Youngstown, OH is 6.4% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Youngstown is 14.8% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $593 - $1,070. You can expect to pay 2.9% less for groceries, 3.1% less for utilities, and 0.3% less for transportation.

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Transportation

46

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

39

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Robinwood Lane Elementary School

Public

Grades K-3

364 Students

10
out of 10

Stadium Drive Elementary School

Public

Grades K-3

352 Students

10
out of 10

Austintown Intermediate School

Public

Grades 3-5

917 Students

9
out of 10

West Boulevard Elementary School

Public

Grades K-3

414 Students

8
out of 10

Boardman Center Middle School

Public

Grades 4-6

819 Students

7
out of 10

Austintown Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

984 Students

7
out of 10

Boardman Glenwood Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

592 Students

6
out of 10

Rayen Early College

Public

Grades 5-8

308 Students

5
out of 10

William S Guy Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

375 Students

4
out of 10

East Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

394 Students

3
out of 10

Youngstown Early College

Public

Grades 9-12

266 Students

7
out of 10

Fitch High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,228 Students

6
out of 10

Boardman High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,166 Students

6
out of 10

Liberty High School

Public

Grades 9-12

379 Students

4
out of 10

Chaney High

Public

Grades 9-12

573 Students

2
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Ward Beecher Planetarium
  • Mill Creek Park on Lake Glacier
  • Fellows Riverside Gardens
  • Lake Glacier
  • Ford Nature Center at Mill Creek Park

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.