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What Is the Average Rent in Berks County, Pennsylvania?

$1,181/month 3.3%vs 2023 ($1,143)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Berks County, Pennsylvania is $1,181/month (±$20), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $257,300 (±$3,633), and the median household income is $79,777/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Berks County, Pennsylvania and Neighbouring Counties

Lebanon: $1,110Lancaster: $1,357Chester: $1,763Lehigh: $1,383Schuylkill: $876Berks County: $1,181Montgomery: $1,683$1,110$1,357$1,763$1,383$876$1,181$1,683

Housing Metrics for Berks County, Pennsylvania

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$1,181
Median Home Value$257,300
Median Household Income$79,777
Total Housing Units163,236
Renter-Occupied Units46,902
Renter-Occupied Share29%
Households Paying 50%+ Income11,310 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$826+0.0%
1 BR$922+0.0%
2 BR$1,243+0.0%
3 BR$1,430+0.0%
4 BR$1,467+0.0%
5+ BR$1,388+0.0%

How does Berks County, Pennsylvania compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in Pennsylvania.

Higher rent than 79% of counties in Pennsylvania · 15th of 67

Cheapest: Cambria County($739)
Priciest: Chester County($1,763)
#CountyValue
1Chester County$1,763
2Montgomery County$1,683
3Bucks County$1,605
… 11 more …
15Berks County(you are here)$1,181
… 49 more …
65Cambria County$739
66Elk County$719
67Cameron County$689

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Berks County, Pennsylvania?

The median gross rent in Berks County, Pennsylvania is $1,181/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 Berks County, Pennsylvania?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Berks County, Pennsylvania is $1,243/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$32. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the median home value in Berks County, Pennsylvania?

The median home value in Berks County, Pennsylvania is $257,300 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

What percentage of renters in Berks County are rent-burdened?

In Berks County, Pennsylvania, 11,310 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 Berks County, Pennsylvania?

The median household income in Berks County, Pennsylvania is $79,777/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 $1,181 has a margin of error of ±$20. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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