Latest available · Census ACS 5-Year (2024)
What Is the Average Rent in Scranton city, Pennsylvania?
City · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in Scranton city, Pennsylvania is $1,048/month (±$29), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $158,100 (±$3,935), and the median household income is $50,739/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 Scranton city, Pennsylvania
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $1,048 |
| Median Home Value | $158,100 |
| Median Household Income | $50,739 |
| Total Housing Units | 30,247 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 15,164 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 50% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 4,251 households |
| Unemployment Rate(April 2026) | 4.1% |
How does Scranton city, Pennsylvania compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all cities in Pennsylvania.
Higher rent than 57% of cities in Pennsylvania · 618th of 1441
| # | City | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stony Creek Mills CDP | $3,501 |
| 2 | Valencia borough | $3,357 |
| 3 | Blue Bell CDP | $3,348 |
| … 614 more … | ||
| 618 | Scranton city(you are here) | $1,048 |
| … 820 more … | ||
| 1439 | Utica borough | $379 |
| 1440 | Salix CDP | $329 |
| 1441 | Aaronsburg CDP (Washington County) | $99 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Scranton city, Pennsylvania?
The median gross rent in Scranton city, Pennsylvania is $1,048/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 Scranton city, Pennsylvania?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Scranton city, 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 Scranton city, Pennsylvania?
The median home value in Scranton city, Pennsylvania is $158,100 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in Scranton city are rent-burdened?
In Scranton city, Pennsylvania, 4,251 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 Scranton city, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Scranton city, Pennsylvania is $50,739/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 $1,048 has a margin of error of ±$29. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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