Craigslist posting service in Dayton, Ohio
Send us your ad and we post it on dayton.craigslist.org from our own accounts, live within 24–48 hours.
#107 of 413 US Craigslist markets by live gig and labor listings (99 at our last scan). Gigs fee here: $3. Jobs fee: $25.
What a post costs in Dayton
| Section | Craigslist fee here | Scale Classifieds service | Per post |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gigs | $3 | $15 | $18 |
| Services | $5 | $15 | $20 |
| Housing | $0 (some categories $5) | $15 | $15 |
| For Sale | $0 (some categories $5) | $15 | $15 |
| Community | $0 | $15 | $15 |
| Jobs | $25 | $15 | $40 |
How long your ad stays up in Dayton
Craigslist only says paid posts run 30 days and free posts "7 to 45 days." We checked the oldest live post in each category across markets on November 9, 2026.
| Section | Stays up |
|---|---|
| Gigs | 30 days (paid section) |
| Services | 30 days (paid section) |
| Housing | 45 days in most markets, 30 in the biggest metros |
| For Sale | 45 days in most markets, 30 in the biggest metros · vehicles and dealer posts 30 days |
| Community | 45 days in most markets, 30 in the biggest metros · events run until the event date |
| Jobs | 30 days (paid section) |
Posted by people
A member of our team posts your ad on Dayton Craigslist by hand, with our accounts and phone-verified numbers.
Every link, emailed
You get the live URL for each post plus a status page that updates as posts go up.
Free repost
If Craigslist removes the post within 7 days, we put it back once at no charge.
Dayton Craigslist questions
How much does it cost to post on Craigslist in Dayton?
Most categories are free on Craigslist. In Dayton, Craigslist charges $3 for a gigs post, $5 for services and $25 for a job post, plus $5 for vehicles, dealer listings and commercial real estate. With Scale Classifieds you pay that fee plus $15: $15 for most posts, $18 for gigs, $20 for services and $40 for jobs.
How much is a job post on Craigslist in Dayton?
$25 per post in Craigslist fees. Jobs is the only section where the fee swings widely by city, from $10 in small markets to $75 in the SF Bay Area.
How long does a Craigslist ad last in Dayton?
Paid posts (jobs, gigs, services, vehicles) run 30 days. Free posts (most housing, for sale and community) run 45 days in most markets and 30 days in the biggest metros. Renewing a free post moves it back to the top but doesn't extend that clock.
Does Dayton Craigslist have subareas?
No. Craigslist runs Dayton as a single board, so every post shows to the whole Dayton audience.
How fast will my ad be live in Dayton?
Within 24–48 hours of payment, or on the start date you pick. A person on our team posts it by hand and emails you the live link.
Guides
- Craigslist for business: the complete guide
- How long will my Craigslist ad last? (lookup)
- Craigslist posting fees in 2026, section by section
- How long Craigslist ads last: 30 vs 45 days
- How to post a job on Craigslist in multiple cities