Median Age
43 Years
Largest Age Group
40-49 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
23%
Westerville, OH
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,352
Population
38,737
Renter Mix
26% Rent
A tranquil, welcoming suburb of Ohio
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Westerville combines suburban comfort with historic character throughout its 12.6 square miles. Home to Otterbein University, this Columbus suburb features tree-lined streets and well-maintained parks. The rental market remains steady, with current average rents ranging from $1,007 for studios to $2,034 for three-bedroom homes. The historic Uptown district along State Street offers local shops and restaurants, while the Polaris area provides contemporary housing options.
Westerville's rich history shapes its present-day character. As the former headquarters of the Anti-Saloon League, the city earned the nickname "The Dry Capital of the World" during the Prohibition era. Today, the community offers diverse housing choices, from historic properties near Otterbein University to modern apartment communities in northern Westerville. Residents enjoy an extensive parks system with walking trails throughout the city. Major employers include Mount Carmel Health System and JPMorgan Chase, while the Westerville City School District operates five middle schools and sixteen elementary schools. These amenities, combined with its proximity to Columbus, make Westerville an appealing choice for renters.
Explore the City
You can spot several different murals throughout Outer Northeast Columbus area.
Local businesses like Espresso Air and Deja Vu Thrift can be found in Outer Northeast Columbus.
Outer Northeast Columbus offers a vibrant and diverse community to be a part of.
Hoover Reservoir is the perfect place for kayaking and fishing.
Experience Outer Northeast Columbus, where quality housing meets an exceptional quality of life.
Otterbein University has so much history and uniqueness that it adds to the community.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$99,985
Average: $120,315
Education
17,239
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
20,461
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Westerville has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
26%
Non-Renters
74%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
40%
Other Education
60%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Westerville, OH is $1,038 for a studio, $1,355 for one bedroom, $1,639 for two bedrooms, and $2,242 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Westerville has increased by 2.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,355/month
723 Sq Ft
House
$2,600/month
1,766 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,164/month
1,633 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Westerville, OH is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
353 Students
Public
Grades K-5
523 Students
Public
Grades K-5
400 Students
Worthington Park Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
372 Students
Public
Grades K-5
288 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
697 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
612 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
594 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
617 Students
Cornerstone Academy Community School
Public
Grades K-12
1,177 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,510 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,429 Students
Westerville Central High School
Public
Grades 9-12
1,411 Students
Cornerstone Academy Community School
Public
Grades K-12
1,177 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Weitkamp Observatory
- Rocky Fork Metro Park
- Inniswood Gardens
- Sharon Woods Metro Park
- Blendon Woods Metro Park
Airports
- John Glenn Columbus International
- Rickenbacker International
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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 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.