Location: Wayne County, OH | Metro: Akron, OH MSA
Based on 1% Rule: A+ (≥1.5%) | A (≥1.2%) | B (≥1.0%) | C (≥0.8%) | D (≥0.6%) | F (<0.6%)
| Unit Size | Monthly FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio | $920 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,030 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,320 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,600 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,860 |
| 5 Bedrooms | $2,158 |
| 6 Bedrooms | $2,417 |
| 7 Bedrooms | $2,610 |
| 8 Bedrooms | $2,741 |
Zillow median home prices vs Section 8 FMR rates (Data: 2026-07-31)
| Bedrooms | Monthly FMR | Median Price | 1% Rule | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2BR | $1,320 | $200,550 | 0.66% | D |
| 3BR | $1,600 | $316,737 | 0.51% | F |
| 4BR | $1,860 | $404,014 | 0.46% | F |
U.S. Census Bureau data (2024)
The ZIP code 44645, located in Marshallville, OH, is home to a population of 2,553 residents. Only 10.5% of these residents are renters, indicating that this area is primarily dominated by homeowners rather than renters. This suggests that the demand for rental properties using Section 8 vouchers is likely to be relatively low compared to areas with higher percentages of renters.
The median household income in this ZIP code is $84,756, which provides context for evaluating the affordability of housing. The typical market rent for the area is $1,108 per month. To put this into perspective, the monthly market rent constitutes approximately 5.2% of the median annual income, calculated as follows: ($1,108 / $84,756) * 12 = 16.3%, or roughly 5.2% of the monthly income. This indicates that rent is a manageable portion of the average resident's income, making it less likely that a significant number of residents will require rental assistance through Section 8 vouchers.
Furthermore, the Fair Market Rent (FMR) for the area is set at $1,090 for FY 2024, which is slightly below the market rent. This means that the rental market price is already above the government-set benchmark for affordable rents, suggesting that tenants relying on Section 8 vouchers might struggle to find suitable housing options without compromising on quality or location.
In conclusion, landlords in ZIP 44645 can expect a tenant pool that is largely composed of individuals who do not rely heavily on rental assistance programs such as Section 8. The majority of potential tenants are likely to be employed and earning incomes close to the median, capable of paying market rents without the need for subsidies. However, some tenants may still seek out rental units that accept vouchers, particularly if they are looking for lower-cost housing options within the area.
Data Sources: FMR data from HUD (2027). Median home prices from Zillow (2026-07-31). Demographics from U.S. Census (2024).
About FMR: Fair Market Rent (FMR) is used to determine payment standards for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program, initial renewal rents for some expiring project-based Section 8 contracts, and rent ceilings for HOME Investment Partnerships.