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Ambler

Pop. 6,847·52nd most expensive in Pennsylvania·Rental market data updated monthly for Ambler, PA
Median rent (all units)
$1,945/mo
Year-over-Year
+4.2%
Month-over-Month
-1.6%
vs US Median
-$17
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Ambler · $1,945
More expensive than 55% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
30% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,945/mo, rent takes about 30% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$78,000/yr
Local median income
$77,394/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Ambler's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,400
1 BR
$1,540
2 BR
$1,840
3 BR
$2,220
4 BR+
$2,520
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,840/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,945 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$23,340/yr
At $1,945/mo median
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Balanced Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+4.2% YoY, -1.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Ambler, PA is roughly split between renters and owners, 47.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
6,847
Median income
$77,394
Median age
39.5
Renters
50.4%
Age distribution
23.5%
21.7%
24.8%
13.2%
16.8%
Under 1823.5%
18–3421.7%
35–5424.8%
55–6413.2%
65+16.8%
Gender
49.5%
50.5%
Male49.5%
Female50.5%
Race & ethnicity
75.1%
13.7%
White75.1%
Black13.7%
Hispanic7.1%
Asian2.5%
Other1.6%
Education (25+)
21%
26.9%
47.7%
No HS diploma4.4%
HS diploma21%
Some college26.9%
Bachelor's+47.7%
Housing tenure
49.6%
50.4%
Owner49.6%
Renter50.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Ambler, PA has changed in 5 years

Income
$74,868 → $77,394
up 3.4%
Population
6,747 → 6,847
up 1.5%
Renter share
46% → 50.4%
+4.4 pts
Bachelor's+
44.9% → 47.7%
+2.8 pts
Median age
36.3 → 39.5
+3.2 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $74,868 in 2021 to $77,394 more recently. The population has grown by 1.5% since 2021, moving from about 6,747 residents to roughly 6,847. Renters now make up 50.4% of households, compared with 46% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 47.7% of adults here, versus 44.9% in 2021.

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About renting in Ambler, PA

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Ambler is $1,945/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,400/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,840/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,540/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,220/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($77,394/yr), Ambler ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Ambler an affordable city for renters?

Ambler is considered moderate for renters. At $1,945/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($77,394/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Ambler slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Ambler?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $78,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,945/mo in Ambler. The local median household income is $77,394/yr, meaning the typical Ambler household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Ambler?

Rent in Ambler has increased 4.2% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Ambler rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Ambler is one of the pricier cities in Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #52 out of 169 tracked cities at $1,945/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Ambler?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Ambler ($1,945/mo): Horsham ($1,713/mo), North Wales ($1,859/mo).

What percentage of Ambler residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 50.4% of Ambler households are renters, while 49.6% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Ambler has a strong rental market.

How does Ambler rent compare to the national average?

Ambler's median rent of $1,945/mo is $17 (1%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #52 out of 169 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
30%
MODERATE

At $1,945/mo, rent takes ~30% of Ambler's median household income ($77,394/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax3.07%
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