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What Is the Average Rent in Columbia County, Pennsylvania?

$943/month 4.3%vs 2023 ($904)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Columbia County, Pennsylvania is $943/month (±$35), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $206,200 (±$5,897), and the median household income is $64,644/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Columbia County, Pennsylvania and Neighbouring Counties

Northumberland: $806Luzerne: $1,004Schuylkill: $876Lycoming: $913Columbia County: $943Montour: $1,142Sullivan: $775$806$1,004$876$913$943$1,142$775

Housing Metrics for Columbia County, Pennsylvania

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$943
Median Home Value$206,200
Median Household Income$64,644
Total Housing Units26,350
Renter-Occupied Units8,037
Renter-Occupied Share31%
Households Paying 50%+ Income1,412 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$497-5.5%
1 BR$712+64.4%
2 BR$965+23.4%
3 BR$1,109+28.5%
4 BR$1,028-24.4%
5+ BR$1,263n/a

How does Columbia County, Pennsylvania compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in Pennsylvania.

Higher rent than 60% of counties in Pennsylvania · 28th of 67

Cheapest: Cambria County($739)
Priciest: Chester County($1,763)
#CountyValue
1Chester County$1,763
2Montgomery County$1,683
3Bucks County$1,605
… 24 more …
28Columbia County(you are here)$943
… 36 more …
65Cambria County$739
66Elk County$719
67Cameron County$689

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Columbia County, Pennsylvania?

The median gross rent in Columbia County, Pennsylvania is $943/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 Columbia County, Pennsylvania?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Columbia County, Pennsylvania is $965/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$35. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

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

The median home value in Columbia County, Pennsylvania is $206,200 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

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

In Columbia County, Pennsylvania, 1,412 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 Columbia County, Pennsylvania?

The median household income in Columbia County, Pennsylvania is $64,644/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 $943 has a margin of error of ±$35. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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