Youngstown

Youngstown residents shop at the Southern Park Mall in Boardman.
Youngstown residents shop at the Southern Park Mall in Boardman.
The Youngstown State Penguins football team plays at Stambaugh Stadium in Youngstown, Ohio.
The Butler Institute of American Art in Youngstown, Ohio, features works by American artists.

Youngstown, OH Area Guide

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

Riverside Convenient Affordable College Town

Living in Youngstown, Ohio combines affordability with a rich industrial heritage. Current rental trends show average apartment rates ranging from $592 for studios to $1,069 for three-bedroom units, with modest annual increases between 2-10% across different unit sizes. The city's housing market remains one of the most affordable in Ohio, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $702 per month, significantly below the state median.

Youngstown's neighborhoods each have their own character, from the architecturally significant Crandall Park-Fifth Avenue Historic District to the residential areas surrounding the city center. Mill Creek Park, spanning 2,600 acres, offers residents hiking trails, gardens, and the preserved Lanterman's Mill. Downtown continues to grow with the Covelli Centre and Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre hosting concerts and events throughout the year. The area near Youngstown State University features coffee shops, bookstores, and casual dining spots. The Butler Institute of American Art anchors the cultural district, while the Youngstown Historical Center of Industry and Labor preserves the city's manufacturing legacy. The downtown area has evolved to include the Youngstown Business Incubator, supporting new businesses and technology companies.

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The Youngstown State Penguins football team plays at Stambaugh Stadium in Youngstown, Ohio.

The Butler Institute of American Art in Youngstown, Ohio, features works by American artists.

Youngstown residents shop at the Southern Park Mall in Boardman.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Youngstown, OH is $603 for a studio, $705 for one bedroom, $897 for two bedrooms, and $1,237 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Youngstown has increased by 0.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$705/month
631 Sq Ft
House
$1,299/month
958 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Youngstown, OH is 8.8% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Youngstown is 16.5% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $603 - $1,237. You can expect to pay 2.0% less for groceries, 8.9% less for utilities, and 0.1% less for transportation.

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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Youngstown, OH is for everyday living.

Car-Dependent

46 / 100

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

Somewhat Bikeable

39 / 100

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

Youngstown Early College

Public

Grades 9-12

Boardman High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Fitch High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Mahoning County High School

Public

Grades 6-12

Chaney High

Public

Grades 9-12

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 2026.