Renting · Section 8
Data from November 2026
Renting in Mahoning County, Ohio
Mahoning County has a HUD fair market rent of $1,003 a month for 2 bedrooms (Fiscal year 2027). Renter households here pay a typical rent of $791 a month (Average 2020–2024). Paying the fair market rent without going over 30% of income takes $19.29 an hour, full time.
Four numbers to start with
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,003
- a month, HUD, Fiscal year 2027
- 21% less than in Ohio
- Typical rent
- $791
- a month, Census, Average 2020–2024
- 24% less than in Ohio
- Wage needed
- $19.29
- an hour, 2 bedrooms
- Or $40,120 a year, to spend no more than 30% of income on rent.
- Rent-burdened households
- 50%
- spend 30% or more of income on rent
- 9% more than in Ohio
Only here
Renting in Mahoning County: what sets it apart
What this place has that others do not, from public data, most unusual first.
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Mahoning County has the 6th largest share of rent-burdened renters of the 87 counties in Ohio with this figure (50%).
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Average 2020–2024).
Fair market rent
What HUD sets for each size
Every year HUD (the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) publishes a Fair Market Rent (FMR) for each home size in Mahoning County. It is used to work out how much a Section 8 voucher covers. The table shows what you need to earn to pay it without spending more than 30% of income.
The fair market rent covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone. HUD generally sets it at the 40th percentile: 4 in 10 standard-quality homes rented recently cost less. 24 CFR §888.113(a)
According to Zillow (ZORI), the typical asking rent in Mahoning County was $1,157 a month in September 2026: 5.1% more than 12 months ago. It is an index of market listings, not a HUD limit. Zillow data
| Size | Fair rent per month | Hourly wage | Income needed per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $755 | $14.52 | $30,200 |
| 1 bedroom | $801 | $15.40 | $32,040 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,003 | $19.29 | $40,120 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,295 | $24.90 | $51,800 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,374 | $26.42 | $54,960 |
HUD area: Youngstown-Warren, OH MSA. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2027
By ZIP code
The fair market rent for your ZIP code
HUD also publishes fair market rents by ZIP code (Small Area FMRs) for 34 ZIP codes in Mahoning County (Fiscal year 2027). Type yours to see it.
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,000 in 44401 to $1,190 in 44672. 16 ZIP codes are above the county's fair market rent ($1,003).
Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses. 24 CFR §982.503(a)(1)
| 44401 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $760 | $800 | $1,000 | $1,300 | $1,370 |
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| 44405 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $790 | $840 | $1,050 | $1,360 | $1,440 |
| 44406 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $780 | $820 | $1,030 | $1,330 | $1,410 |
| 44429 | Akron, OH | $790 | $840 | $1,050 | $1,350 | $1,440 |
| 44429 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $790 | $840 | $1,050 | $1,350 | $1,440 |
| 44436 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $760 | $800 | $1,000 | $1,300 | $1,370 |
| 44442 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $760 | $800 | $1,000 | $1,300 | $1,370 |
| 44443 | Columbiana County, OH | $760 | $800 | $1,000 | $1,300 | $1,370 |
| 44443 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $760 | $800 | $1,000 | $1,300 | $1,370 |
| 44449 | Akron, OH | $740 | $790 | $1,000 | $1,260 | $1,350 |
| 44449 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $740 | $790 | $1,000 | $1,260 | $1,350 |
| 44451 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $760 | $800 | $1,010 | $1,290 | $1,370 |
| 44452 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $760 | $800 | $1,000 | $1,300 | $1,370 |
| 44454 | Columbiana County, OH | $770 | $810 | $1,020 | $1,330 | $1,410 |
| 44454 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $770 | $810 | $1,020 | $1,330 | $1,410 |
| 44471 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $800 | $850 | $1,060 | $1,370 | $1,450 |
| 44502 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $850 | $900 | $1,130 | $1,460 | $1,550 |
| 44503 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $760 | $800 | $1,000 | $1,300 | $1,370 |
| 44504 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $760 | $800 | $1,000 | $1,300 | $1,370 |
| 44505 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $760 | $800 | $1,000 | $1,300 | $1,370 |
| 44506 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $760 | $800 | $1,000 | $1,300 | $1,370 |
| 44507 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $780 | $820 | $1,030 | $1,330 | $1,410 |
| 44509 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $770 | $810 | $1,020 | $1,320 | $1,400 |
| 44510 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $760 | $800 | $1,000 | $1,300 | $1,370 |
| 44511 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $760 | $810 | $1,010 | $1,300 | $1,380 |
| 44512 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $770 | $810 | $1,020 | $1,320 | $1,400 |
| 44514 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $880 | $930 | $1,170 | $1,510 | $1,600 |
| 44515 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $760 | $800 | $1,000 | $1,300 | $1,370 |
| 44555 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $820 | $870 | $1,090 | $1,420 | $1,500 |
| 44609 | Columbiana County, OH | $760 | $800 | $1,000 | $1,290 | $1,350 |
| 44609 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $760 | $800 | $1,000 | $1,290 | $1,350 |
| 44619 | Columbiana County, OH | $780 | $800 | $1,000 | $1,290 | $1,330 |
| 44619 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $780 | $800 | $1,000 | $1,290 | $1,330 |
| 44672 | Youngstown-Warren, OH | $900 | $950 | $1,190 | $1,540 | $1,630 |
- 44401 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,000$1,300
- 44405 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,050$1,360
- 44406 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,030$1,330
- 44429 · Akron, OH $1,050$1,350
- 44429 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,050$1,350
- 44436 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,000$1,300
- 44442 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,000$1,300
- 44443 · Columbiana County, OH $1,000$1,300
- 44443 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,000$1,300
- 44449 · Akron, OH $1,000$1,260
- 44449 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,000$1,260
- 44451 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,010$1,290
- 44452 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,000$1,300
- 44454 · Columbiana County, OH $1,020$1,330
- 44454 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,020$1,330
- 44471 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,060$1,370
- 44502 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,130$1,460
- 44503 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,000$1,300
- 44504 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,000$1,300
- 44505 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,000$1,300
- 44506 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,000$1,300
- 44507 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,030$1,330
- 44509 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,020$1,320
- 44510 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,000$1,300
- 44511 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,010$1,300
- 44512 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,020$1,320
- 44514 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,170$1,510
- 44515 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,000$1,300
- 44555 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,090$1,420
- 44609 · Columbiana County, OH $1,000$1,290
- 44609 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,000$1,290
- 44619 · Columbiana County, OH $1,000$1,290
- 44619 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,000$1,290
- 44672 · Youngstown-Warren, OH $1,190$1,540
Source: Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) Fiscal year 2027 Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) (external site)
Rent burden
How many households spend too much
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Mahoning County, 50% of renter households are in that position; in Ohio, 46%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).
Paying too much rent leaves little for food, transportation and savings. If that is you, the agencies below can guide you for free.
50%
of renter households spend 30% or more of their income on rent.
29,163 households rent in Mahoning County
- Spend half or more of their income 25%
- Spend 30% or more, but less than half 25%
- Spend less than 30% 50%
Compared with the state and the country
- Mahoning 50%
- Ohio 46%
- United States 51%
Low-income apartments
Low-income apartments in Mahoning County
HUD lists 73 properties with homes for low-income households in Mahoning County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest.
- with tax credits (LIHTC)
- 44
- HUD-assisted
- 23
- public housing
- 11
4,490 homes in all; 4,238 of them low-income, according to HUD.
- Rockford Village Public housing 1314 Dogwood Ln, Youngstown 44505 299 homes, 285 low-income · Run by Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority · Average payment: $231 a month · Average wait: 32 months · Homes at several sites · (330) 744-2161
- Kirwan Homes Public housing 585 Poland Ave, Struthers 44471 285 low-income homes · Run by Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority · Average payment: $237 a month · Average wait: 35 months · Homes at several sites · (330) 744-2161
- Norton Manor Public housing 110 E Wood St, Youngstown 44503 282 homes, 248 low-income · Run by Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority · Average payment: $300 a month · Average wait: 17 months · (330) 744-2161
- Brier Hill Annex Public housing 131 W Boardman St, Youngstown 44503 233 homes, 227 low-income · Run by Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority · Average payment: $289 a month · Average wait: 36 months · Homes at several sites · (330) 744-2161
- Compass West HUD-assisted 1050 Compass West Dr, Austintown 44515 200 low-income homes · For families · (330) 793-2411
- International Towers Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 25 Market St, Youngstown 44503 173 low-income homes · 1 bd: 173 · In service since 2016 · For older adults · (330) 747-9300
- Eastwood Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 1042 Eastway Dr, Youngstown 44505 154 homes, 152 low-income · 1 bd: 43 · 2 bd: 111 · In service since 1997 · For older adults
- Austintown Studio Apartments HUD-assisted 850 N Meridian Rd, Youngstown 44509 150 low-income homes · For older adults · (330) 792-1913
- Valley View I HUD-assisted 2600 Tyrell St, Youngstown 44509 132 low-income homes · For families · (440) 793-4135
- Westview HUD-assisted 3111A Leo Ave, Youngstown 44509 124 low-income homes · For families · (330) 799-2787
- Plaza View I HUD-assisted 933 Plazaview Ct, Youngstown 44505 106 low-income homes · For families · (330) 746-6359
- Joseph Knight Towers Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 107 Westchester Dr, Austintown 44515 101 homes, 100 low-income · 1 bd: 100 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2004 · For older adults · (330) 792-2850
- Grovewood Manor Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 3531 Hillman St, Youngstown 44507 100 low-income homes · 1 bd: 90 · 2 bd: 10 · In service since 2019 · For older adults · (330) 782-4716
- MCCDP Homeless Solutions Tax credit (LIHTC) 550 W Chalmers Ave, Youngstown 44511 89 low-income homes · Studio: 81 · 2 bd: 4 · 3 bd: 4 · In service since 1997
- Plaza View II HUD-assisted 943 Plazaview Ct, Youngstown 44505 80 low-income homes · For families · (330) 746-6359
- Esa Park Apartments HUD-assisted 1110 Kendis Cir, Youngstown 44505 176 homes, 74 low-income · For families · (330) 747-7400
- BRL HSG for the Elderly HUD-assisted 33 Monette St, Campbell 44405 70 low-income homes · For older adults · (330) 792-2850
- Calvary Towers HUD-assisted 1840 Market St, Youngstown 44507 70 homes, 69 low-income · For older adults · (330) 744-4136
- Ahepa 89 HUD-assisted 44 Boardman Blvd, Boardman 44512 63 low-income homes · For older adults · (330) 629-8539
- Heritage Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 600 Granada Ave, Youngstown 44505 60 low-income homes · Studio: 15 · 1 bd: 44 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2008 · For older adults · (330) 746-3251
- The Village at Arlington Tax credit (LIHTC) · Public housing 516 Griffith St, Youngstown 44510 60 low-income homes · 1 bd: 26 · 2 bd: 26 · 3 bd: 8 · In service since 2012 · Run by Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority · Average payment: $424 a month · (330) 744-2161
- The Village at Arlington II Tax credit (LIHTC) 940 Mlk Blvd, Youngstown 44510 60 low-income homes · 3 bd: 26 · 4 bd: 26 · In service since 2013
- Campbell Communities Tax credit (LIHTC) 31 Tremble Ave, Campbell 44405 57 low-income homes · 2 bd: 57 · In service since 2001
- Sycamore Place II Tax credit (LIHTC) 31 Tremble Ave, Campbell 44405 57 low-income homes · 2 bd: 57 · In service since 2001 · For older adults
- Youngstown Jubilee Homes III Tax credit (LIHTC) 369 Wallace St, Youngstown 44502 48 low-income homes · 3 bd: 25 · 4 bd: 23 · In service since 2000 · For older adults
- Arlington Heights Rental I Public housing 770 Park Ave, Youngstown 44510 46 low-income homes · Run by Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority · Average payment: $331 a month · Average wait: 47 months · (330) 744-2161
- Applecrest Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 6003 Applecrest Ct, Youngstown 44512 45 low-income homes · In service since 1993
- Lowellville Park HUD-assisted 810 W Wood St, Lowellville 44436 44 low-income homes · For older adults · (330) 744-2161
- King David Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 123 Shields Rd, Boardman 44512 43 low-income homes · In service since 1987
- Sebring Manor HUD-assisted 216 W Ohio Ave, Sebring 44672 42 low-income homes · For older adults · (330) 938-6138
- Choice Elderly II Tax credit (LIHTC) 753 Park Ave, Youngstown 44510 40 low-income homes · 1 bd: 10 · 2 bd: 30 · In service since 2009 · For older adults
- Sebring Villa Tax credit (LIHTC) 225 W Maryland Ave, Sebring 44672 40 low-income homes · 1 bd: 39 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 1995
- South Youngstown Homes Tax credit (LIHTC) 63 Cleveland St, Youngstown 44507 40 low-income homes · 3 bd: 35 · 4 bd: 5 · In service since 1997
- Youngstown Choice Homes III Tax credit (LIHTC) 201 W Chalmers Ave, Youngstown 44507 40 low-income homes · 3 bd: 20 · 4 bd: 20 · In service since 2000 · For older adults
- Youngstown Choice Homes V Tax credit (LIHTC) 434 Chicago Ave, Youngstown 44511 40 low-income homes · 3 bd: 20 · 4 bd: 20 · In service since 2002
- Youngstown Choice Homes II Tax credit (LIHTC) 526 Kenmore Ave, Youngstown 44511 39 low-income homes · 3 bd: 16 · 4 bd: 23 · In service since 1999 · For older adults
- Youngstown Jubilee Homes V Tax credit (LIHTC) 2019 Warwick Ave, Youngstown 44505 39 low-income homes · 3 bd: 9 · 4 bd: 30 · In service since 2005 · For people with disabilities
- Campbell Commons II Tax credit (LIHTC) 47 7th St, Campbell 44405 38 low-income homes · 3 bd: 18 · 4 bd: 20 · In service since 1999 · For older adults
- Youngstown Choice Homes IV Tax credit (LIHTC) 725 Lexington Ave, Youngstown 44510 38 low-income homes · 3 bd: 19 · 4 bd: 19 · In service since 2001
- Youngstown Jubilee Homes II Tax credit (LIHTC) 1515 Oak Ln, Youngstown 44505 37 low-income homes · 3 bd: 15 · 4 bd: 22 · In service since 1999 · For older adults
- Choice Elderly I Tax credit (LIHTC) 767 Park Ave, Youngstown 44510 40 homes, 34 low-income · 2 bd: 40 · In service since 2004 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Youngstown Choice Homes Vi Tax credit (LIHTC) 2815 Benford Ln, Youngstown 44505 40 homes, 34 low-income · 4 bd: 40 · In service since 2004
- Youngstown Jubilee Homes IV Tax credit (LIHTC) 3782 Choice Ct, Youngstown 44505 40 homes, 34 low-income · 4 bd: 40 · In service since 2004
- Northside Homes Tax credit (LIHTC) 2950 Megan Cir, Youngstown 44505 46 homes, 31 low-income · 4 bd: 46 · In service since 2004 · For people with disabilities
- Youngstown Voa Independent Housing HUD-assisted 1356 N Osborn Ave, Youngstown 44509 31 homes, 30 low-income · For people with disabilities · (419) 756-8551
- Campbell Commons Tax credit (LIHTC) 235 Hamilton Ave, Campbell 44405 30 low-income homes · 3 bd: 15 · 4 bd: 15 · In service since 1998 · For older adults
- Youngstown Jubilee Homes Tax credit (LIHTC) 1701 Forest View Dr, Youngstown 44505 30 low-income homes · 3 bd: 17 · 4 bd: 13 · In service since 1997
- Youngstown Jubiulee Homes Tax credit (LIHTC) 1725 Forest View Dr, Youngstown 44505 30 low-income homes · 3 bd: 15 · 4 bd: 15 · In service since 1997
- YWCA of Youngstown Tax credit (LIHTC) 25 W Rayen Ave, Youngstown 44503 30 low-income homes · Studio: 12 · 1 bd: 18 · In service since 2010
- Arlington Heights II Tax credit (LIHTC) 752W Broadway St, Youngstown 44510 29 low-income homes · 3 bd: 29 · In service since 2008 · For families
- Arlington Heights Rental II Public housing 742 Lexington Ave, Youngstown 44510 29 low-income homes · Run by Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority · Average payment: $524 a month · (330) 744-2161
- Washingtonville Apartments HUD-assisted 185 Chris Ave, Washingtonville 44490 23 low-income homes · For families · (330) 427-2244
- Crim Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 169 Benita Ave, Youngstown 44505 22 low-income homes · In service since 1987
- Craig Beach Homes Tax credit (LIHTC) 17758 Glenwood Ave, Craig Beach 44429 20 low-income homes · 4 bd: 20 · In service since 2004 · For people with disabilities
- Maplewood Manor HUD-assisted 1131 Verona Ave, Youngstown 44506 19 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (330) 743-6767
- Westlake Homes Public housing 1352 Belmont Ave, Youngstown 44504 18 low-income homes · Run by Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority · Average payment: $470 a month · Average wait: 38 months · (330) 744-2161
- The Village at Arlington II Public housing Youngstown 44510 60 homes, 15 low-income · Run by Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority · Average payment: $332 a month · (330) 744-2161
- Glenpark Manor HUD-assisted 1520 Overland Ave, Youngstown 44511 16 homes, 15 low-income · For older adults · (330) 747-1350
- Homestead II HUD-assisted 1184 N Meridian Rd, Youngstown 44509 16 homes, 15 low-income · For people with disabilities · (330) 797-0070
- Parkside Manor HUD-assisted 69 E Lucius Ave, Youngstown 44507 15 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (330) 782-4030
- Crim Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1550 Florencedale Ave, Youngstown 44505 13 low-income homes · In service since 1988
- Project H.e.a.l. HUD-assisted 1192 N Meridian Rd, Youngstown 44509 13 homes, 12 low-income · For people with disabilities · (330) 797-0070
- Boardman Homes Public housing 321 Mathews Rd, Boardman 44512 6 low-income homes · Run by Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority · Homes at several sites · (330) 744-2161
- Eagle Heights Homes I Tax credit (LIHTC) 340 Chicago Ave, Youngstown 44511 10 homes, 5 low-income · 4 bd: 10 · In service since 2002
- North Heights Homes Youngstown Tax credit (LIHTC) 1407 Kensington Ave, Youngstown 44505 10 homes, 5 low-income · 4 bd: 10 · In service since 2002
- Breaden Tax credit (LIHTC) 212 Breaden St, Youngstown 44502 3 low-income homes · In service since 1988
- King Arthur Tax credit (LIHTC) 477 W Boston Ave, Youngstown 44511 3 low-income homes · In service since 1988
- Indianola Tax credit (LIHTC) 906 W Indianola Ave, Youngstown 44511 2 low-income homes · In service since 1988
- MHA Homeownership Public housing 17980 Avondale Ave, Lake Milton 44429 2 low-income homes · Run by Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority · Homes at several sites · (330) 744-2161
- Brockton Tax credit (LIHTC) 906 W Indianola Ave, Youngstown 44511 1 low-income home · In service since 1988
- Covington Tax credit (LIHTC) 1516 Covington St, Youngstown 44510 1 low-income home · In service since 1988
- Parkwood Apts (youngstown) Tax credit (LIHTC) 1024 Parkwood Ave, Youngstown 44502 1 low-income home · In service since 1988
- Ravenwood Tax credit (LIHTC) 606 W Ravenwood Ave, Youngstown 44511 1 low-income home · In service since 1990
5 properties have two programs at the same address and appear once. Search HUD's map
Source: HUD, retrieved November 6, 2026. LIHTC database, updated May 14, 2025; Assisted multifamily properties, updated October 23, 2026; Public housing developments, updated October 23, 2026.
Section 8
The Section 8 voucher in Mahoning County
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) pays part of your rent on a home you choose. Your public housing agency runs it. 1 agency serves in Mahoning County. Here is what the rules say:
The rules, with their source
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You apply at the public housing agency. If you qualify, your name usually goes on a waiting list. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or noncitizens with eligible status as HUD defines it. Source: HUD
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Generally, your family must have very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income, by family size (the middle column of the table). Source: 24 CFR §5.603, §982.201(b)
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Each year, at least 75% of the families an agency admits from its list must have extremely low income (the 30% column). Source: 24 CFR §982.201(b)(2)
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If the rent is below the payment standard, the family generally pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. If it is above, the family pays more. Source: 24 CFR §982.1(a)(3)
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When you move in, if the rent is above the payment standard, your share cannot go over 40% of your adjusted monthly income. Source: 24 CFR §982.508
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Each agency sets a payment standard for each size. Without asking HUD, it can go from 90% to 110% of the fair market rent. Source: 24 CFR §982.503(b), (c)
| People | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $18,450 | $30,700 | $49,150 |
| 2 people | $21,640 | $35,100 | $56,150 |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $39,500 | $63,150 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $43,850 | $70,150 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $47,400 | $75,800 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $50,900 | $81,400 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $54,400 | $87,000 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $57,900 | $92,600 |
Area median income: $81,900. HUD income limits by family size, Fiscal year 2026. Area: Youngstown-Warren, OH MSA. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2026
Possible payment standard
- Studio $680 – $831
- 1 bedroom $721 – $881
- 2 bedrooms $903 – $1,103
- 3 bedrooms $1,166 – $1,425
- 4 bedrooms $1,237 – $1,511
The range the rule allows: 90% to 110% of the county's fair market rent. Your agency publishes its own.
Housing agencies that serve this place
- Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 2,303 vouchers · 1,266 public housing units (330) 744-2161 Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority: lenglish@ymhaonline.com
Housing agencies in Ohio Source: HUD, Retrieved November 6, 2026
Your rights as a tenant in Ohio
What Ohio law says about deposits, notices and eviction, with the citation for each rule.
See your rights, rule by ruleCompare these rules with other states →
A summary of state law, not legal advice. Cities may have additional rules.
- When must they return my deposit?
- 30 days
- Ohio Rev. Code §5321.16(B)
- If I fall behind on rent, what notice must I get?
- 3 days
- Ohio Rev. Code §1923.04(A)
- How much notice ends a month-to-month rental?
- 30 days
- Ohio Rev. Code §5321.17(B)
- Only a court order can remove youOhio Rev. Code §5321.15(A)
- Protection from retaliationOhio Rev. Code §5321.02(A)
Help
Where to get help with rent in Mahoning County
This HUD-approved agency has an office in Mahoning County. They counsel for free or at low cost.
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Catholic Charities Regional Agency
319 W Rayen Ave, Youngstown · Spanish
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Budget and financial counseling
- and 6 more
Tool
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Your move
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Cash to move in
$2,006
What you need before you get the keys.
What adds up
- First month
- $1,003
- Security deposit
- $1,003
- Total
- $2,006
When you'll have it
Enter what you can set aside each month to see how long it takes.
What helps
- Ask for a receipt for every payment and keep a copy of the lease.
- On move-in day, walk through the home and take dated photos.
- Never send money for a home you haven't seen or a lease you haven't read.
This is a planning estimate, not a price. What you are asked for depends on the landlord, your lease and your state's and city's rules. It is not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fair market rent in Mahoning County?
According to HUD (Fiscal year 2027): Studio: $755; 1 bedroom: $801; 2 bedrooms: $1,003; 3 bedrooms: $1,295; 4 bedrooms: $1,374. It covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone.
How much do you need to earn to rent in Mahoning County?
Paying the 2-bedroom fair market rent ($1,003) without spending more than 30% of income takes $19.29 an hour full time, or $40,120 a year.
Who qualifies for Section 8 in Mahoning County?
Generally, families with very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income. For 4 people, HUD's limit here is $43,850 a year (Fiscal year 2026). The family usually pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. You apply at the housing agency.
How much does Section 8 pay in Mahoning County?
The voucher pays up to your housing agency's payment standard, minus your share. The rule lets the agency set it between 90% and 110% of the fair market rent: for 2 bedrooms here, between $903 and $1,103 a month. Your agency publishes its figure.
Does the fair market rent change by ZIP code in Mahoning County?
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,000 in 44401 to $1,190 in 44672. Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses.
How many low-income apartments are there in Mahoning County?
HUD lists 73 properties with homes for low-income households in Mahoning County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest. For tax-credit apartments and HUD-assisted buildings, you apply directly at the building's management office. They tell you whether units are open and how to apply; HUD does not have that information.
How many households spend too much on rent in Mahoning County?
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Mahoning County, 50% of renter households are in that position; in Ohio, 46%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).