Fairfield County, Ohio Housing Market
In Fairfield County, Ohio, the median home value is $298,800, with a median monthly rent of $1,172. This places Fairfield County at #634 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #5 within Ohio.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,042
- Establishments: 3,332
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 389
- Multi-family: 757
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 66,394 (avg $81,823)
- Outflow: 63,388 (avg $82,404)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Fairfield County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 43155 | 276.2 | +26.36% | 2025 |
| 2 | 43154 | 236.3 | +5.31% | 2025 |
| 3 | 43148 | 260.1 | +14.63% | 2025 |
| 4 | 43102 | 243.8 | +8.88% | 2025 |
| 5 | 43150 | 238.7 | +8.67% | 2025 |
| 6 | 43107 | 202.6 | +6.74% | 2025 |
| 7 | 43130 | 224.4 | +5.21% | 2025 |
| 8 | 43046 | 231.8 | -7.80% | 2025 |
| 9 | 43103 | 251.4 | +14.05% | 2025 |
| 10 | 43076 | 273.9 | +0.05% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Fairfield County | Ohio Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $298,800 | $196,325 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,172 | $904 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 74.9% | 73.7% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 21.2 | 17.9 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Fairfield County is 52.2% above the Ohio state average and 31.2% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,172/month is 29.6% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 21.2, renting is generally more cost-effective than buying in the short to medium term. The market favors buyers only for long-term holds.
Fairfield County has an owner-occupancy rate of 74.9%, compared to 73.7% in Ohio and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more homeowner-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampden County | Massachusetts | $298,800 | $1,136 |
| Clarke County | Georgia | $298,900 | $1,219 |
| Pender County | North Carolina | $299,000 | $1,106 |
| Greenville County | South Carolina | $299,000 | $1,262 |
| Sevier County | Tennessee | $299,000 | $1,072 |
Other Counties in Ohio
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin County | $288,400 | $1,302 | 52.8% |
| Medina County | $287,000 | $1,143 | 80.3% |
| Licking County | $275,200 | $1,078 | 73.7% |
| Holmes County | $267,700 | $816 | 79.0% |
| Geauga County | $331,100 | $1,083 | 87.2% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).