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Aliquippa

Pop. 9,079·123rd most expensive in Pennsylvania·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,336/mo
Year-over-Year
+0.8%
Month-over-Month
-3.0%
vs US Median
-$629
Falling (Monthly)
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Aliquippa · $1,336
More affordable than 86% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
57/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% below what Aliquippa's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,336/mo
Expected by trend
$1,382/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$970
1 BR
$1,030
2 BR
$1,240
3 BR
$1,580
4 BR+
$1,700
Research median
$1,240/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$16,032/yr
At $1,336/mo median
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (up only 0.8% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.8% YoY, -3.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Aliquippa, PA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
9,079
Median income
$50,188
Median age
47.5
Renters
42.5%
Age distribution
17.8%
12.9%
29.2%
15.4%
24.7%
Under 1817.8%
18–3412.9%
35–5429.2%
55–6415.4%
65+24.7%
Gender
45.2%
54.8%
Male45.2%
Female54.8%
Race & ethnicity
54%
34.7%
White54%
Black34.7%
Hispanic5.1%
Asian0.6%
Other5.6%
Education (25+)
36%
31.3%
22.6%
No HS diploma10.1%
HS diploma36%
Some college31.3%
Bachelor's+22.6%
Housing tenure
57.5%
42.5%
Owner57.5%
Renter42.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2023 vs 2026

How Aliquippa, PA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,192 → $1,336
up 12.1%
Income
$35,688 → $50,188
up 40.6%
Population
9,237 → 9,079
down 1.7%
Renter share
44.9% → 42.5%
-2.4 pts
Bachelor's+
17.7% → 22.6%
+4.9 pts
Median age
46.3 → 47.5
+1.2 yrs

Rent in Aliquippa, PA has increased 12.1% since 2023, going from about $1,192 per month to roughly $1,336 today. Household income in the area moved from $35,688 to $50,188 across the same window, up 40.6% versus 2021. Income growth outran rent by about 28.5 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 9,237 to 9,079 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.7% change. About 42.5% of households rent today, against 44.9% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 17.7% to 22.6%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Aliquippa, PA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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About renting in Aliquippa, PA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Aliquippa is $1,336/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $970/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,240/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,030/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,580/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($50,188/yr), Aliquippa ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Aliquippa an affordable city for renters?

Aliquippa is considered moderate for renters. At $1,336/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($50,188/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Aliquippa slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Aliquippa?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $53,000/year (~$25/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,336/mo in Aliquippa. The local median household income is $50,188/yr, meaning the typical Aliquippa household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Aliquippa?

Rent in Aliquippa has increased 0.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Aliquippa rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Aliquippa is one of the more affordable cities in Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #123 out of 167 tracked cities at $1,336/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Aliquippa?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Aliquippa ($1,336/mo): Ambridge ($872/mo), Beaver Falls ($1,024/mo), Monaca ($1,124/mo).

What percentage of Aliquippa residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 42.5% of Aliquippa households are renters, while 57.5% are owner-occupied. Aliquippa leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Aliquippa rent compare to the national average?

Aliquippa's median rent of $1,336/mo is $629 (32%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #123 out of 167 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
32%
MODERATE

At $1,336/mo, rent takes ~32% of Aliquippa's median household income ($50,188/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax3.07%
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