salaryRent is lower than in 90% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs under 3 years of household income, which is easy by U.S. standards. Commutes are short, about 19.1 minutes.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $38,600 a year. That is $19 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Ohio cities?
Yes. Rent here is cheaper than in most of Ohio. It is number 39 of 288 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Canton?
Share of households by yearly income. 8.6% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Canton
| Size | Canton | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $372 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $717 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $953 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,088 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,264 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Canton overall?
Everyday prices in the Canton-Massillon metro area are 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.4, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Canton
Life in Canton
What jobs pay in Canton
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $135,810 | 8.5% |
| Physician Assistant | $126,290 | 9.2% |
| Lawyer | $119,210 | 9.7% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $118,370 | 9.8% |
| Software Developer | $105,500 | 11.0% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $100,630 | 11.5% |
| Civil Engineer | $92,360 | 12.5% |
| Dental Hygienist | $83,180 | 13.9% |
| Operations Manager | $82,720 | 14.0% |
| Registered Nurse | $79,610 | 14.5% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $77,940 | 14.9% |
| Accountant | $72,170 | 16.0% |
| Police Officer | $64,340 | 18.0% |
| Electrician | $61,320 | 18.9% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $60,280 | 19.2% |
| Plumber | $59,960 | 19.3% |
| Market Research Analyst | $59,660 | 19.4% |
| HVAC Technician | $58,910 | 19.7% |
| Truck Driver | $57,580 | 20.1% |
| Carpenter | $56,530 | 20.5% |
| Customer Service Representative | $44,430 | 26.1% |
| Firefighter | $40,170 | 28.8% |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,900 | 29.8% |
| Medical Assistant | $38,180 | 30.3% |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,840 | 30.6% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,210 | 32.0% |
| Restaurant Cook | $35,600 | 32.5% |
| Retail Salesperson | $29,480 | 39.3% |
| Cashier | $28,890 | 40.1% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Canton?
Buying is cheaper month to month: about $286 a month less than renting.
Owning assumes a typical $97,800 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $9,780 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Canton, OH?
Renting in Canton costs a median of about $965 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Ohio median is $1,261.
How much do I need to make to live in Canton?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $38,600 a year, or $19 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Canton cheap or expensive?
Canton is rated OK: rent takes 24.9% of the typical household income of $46,578. It ranks 39th cheapest of 288 Ohio cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Canton?
The median homeowner in Canton pays $1,227 a year in property taxes, about 1.25% of the median home value.
Is Canton more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 11% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Canton?
The median home value in Canton is $97,800, about 2.1 times the typical yearly household income.
69,755 people live in Canton. Numbers are typical (middle) values.