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What Is the Average Rent in ZCTA5 18503, Pennsylvania?

$1,184/month 26.9%vs 2023 ($933)

ZIP code · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in ZCTA5 18503, Pennsylvania (ZIP 18503) is $1,184/month (±$138), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $267,200 (±$108,612), and the median household income is $36,107/year. The unemployment rate in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania was 4.1% as of April 2026 (preliminary). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Housing Metrics for ZIP 18503

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$1,184
Median Home Value$267,200
Median Household Income$36,107
Total Housing Units861
Renter-Occupied Units840
Renter-Occupied Share98%
Households Paying 50%+ Income202 households
Unemployment Rate(April 2026)4.1%

How does ZIP 18503 compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all ZIP codes in Pennsylvania.

Higher rent than 70% of ZIP codes in Pennsylvania · 415th of 1373

Cheapest: ZCTA5 15716($440)
Priciest: ZCTA5 19436($3,501)
#ZIP codeValue
1ZCTA5 19436$3,501
1ZCTA5 19035$3,501
3ZCTA5 19041$3,388
… 411 more …
415ZCTA5 18503(you are here)$1,184
… 955 more …
1371ZCTA5 15716$440
1372ZCTA5 15952$329
1373ZCTA5 15771$233

Geography

ZIP 18503 is in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania.

It covers part of Scranton city, Pennsylvania.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in ZCTA5 18503, Pennsylvania?

The median gross rent in ZCTA5 18503, Pennsylvania (ZIP 18503) is $1,184/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in ZCTA5 18503, Pennsylvania?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in ZCTA5 18503, Pennsylvania is not available based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the median home value in ZCTA5 18503, Pennsylvania?

The median home value in ZCTA5 18503, Pennsylvania (ZIP 18503) is $267,200 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

What percentage of renters in ZCTA5 18503 are rent-burdened?

In ZCTA5 18503, Pennsylvania, 202 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.

What is the median household income in ZCTA5 18503, Pennsylvania?

The median household income in ZCTA5 18503, Pennsylvania is $36,107/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?

The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $1,184 has a margin of error of ±$138. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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