Wayne County, Ohio Housing Market
In Wayne County, Ohio, the median home value is $222,100, with a median monthly rent of $881. This places Wayne County at #1165 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #22 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: $1,160
- Establishments: 2,849
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 223
- Multi-family: 9
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 46,940 (avg $72,643)
- Outflow: 45,700 (avg $72,921)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 4 active ZIP codes in Wayne County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 44276 | 261.0 | — | 2025 |
| 2 | 44677 | 227.9 | +10.07% | 2025 |
| 3 | 44606 | 189.4 | -9.72% | 2025 |
| 4 | 44667 | 196.5 | +3.89% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
This product uses FHFA Data but is neither endorsed nor certified by FHFA.
How Wayne County Compares
| Metric | Wayne County | Ohio Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $222,100 | $196,325 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $881 | $904 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 76.6% | 73.7% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 21.0 | 17.9 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Wayne County is 13.1% above the Ohio state average and 2.5% below the U.S. national average. The median rent of $881/month is 2.5% below the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 21.0, renting is generally more cost-effective than buying in the short to medium term. The market favors buyers only for long-term holds.
Wayne County has an owner-occupancy rate of 76.6%, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Van Zandt County | Texas | $222,100 | $1,066 |
| Scott County | Iowa | $222,000 | $1,005 |
| Ste. Genevieve County | Missouri | $222,200 | $780 |
| Kewaunee County | Wisconsin | $222,200 | $847 |
| Clayton County | Georgia | $222,300 | $1,433 |
Other Counties in Ohio
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrow County | $222,300 | $937 | 81.2% |
| Lorain County | $223,200 | $966 | 74.0% |
| Ottawa County | $219,900 | $930 | 83.6% |
| Portage County | $227,000 | $1,064 | 70.1% |
| Wood County | $227,600 | $972 | 64.4% |
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 2026-10-13. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).