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Beaver

Pop. 4,374·138th most expensive in Pennsylvania·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,170/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-0.8%
vs US Median
-$795
Falling (Monthly)
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Beaver · $1,170
More affordable than 93% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
17% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,170/mo, rent takes about 17% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$47,000/yr
Local median income
$81,156/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Beaver's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$780
1 BR
$830
2 BR
$1,000
3 BR
$1,280
4 BR+
$1,370
Research median
$1,000/mo

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

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12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$14,040/yr
At $1,170/mo median
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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 (+0.0% YoY, -0.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Beaver, PA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 49.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
4,374
Median income
$81,156
Median age
46.8
Renters
34%
Age distribution
16.3%
16.7%
25.6%
12.7%
28.7%
Under 1816.3%
18–3416.7%
35–5425.6%
55–6412.7%
65+28.7%
Gender
45.8%
54.2%
Male45.8%
Female54.2%
Race & ethnicity
94.2%
White94.2%
Black1.5%
Hispanic2.9%
Other1.1%
Education (25+)
21.9%
24.6%
49.8%
No HS diploma3.7%
HS diploma21.9%
Some college24.6%
Bachelor's+49.8%
Housing tenure
66%
34%
Owner66%
Renter34%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Beaver, PA has changed in 5 years

Income
$63,882 → $81,156
up 27.0%
Population
4,438 → 4,374
down 1.4%
Renter share
31.7% → 34%
+2.3 pts
Bachelor's+
42.7% → 49.8%
+7.1 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in Beaver, PA now reports about $81,156, up from $63,882 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 4,438 to 4,374 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.4% change. About 34% of households rent today, against 31.7% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 42.7% to 49.8%.

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At $1,170/mo, how Beaver rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Beaver rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Beaver, PA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Beaver is $1,170/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $780/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,000/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $830/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,280/mo.

At 17% of local median household income ($81,156/yr), Beaver ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Beaver an affordable city for renters?

Beaver is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,170/mo, rent takes approximately 17% of the local median household income ($81,156/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Beaver falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Beaver?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $47,000/year (~$23/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,170/mo in Beaver. The local median household income is $81,156/yr, meaning the typical Beaver household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Beaver?

Rent in Beaver has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Beaver rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Beaver is one of the more affordable cities in Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #138 out of 167 tracked cities at $1,170/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Beaver?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Beaver ($1,170/mo): Ambridge ($872/mo), Rochester ($944/mo), Beaver Falls ($1,024/mo).

What percentage of Beaver residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 34% of Beaver households are renters, while 66% are owner-occupied. Beaver leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Beaver rent compare to the national average?

Beaver's median rent of $1,170/mo is $795 (40%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #138 out of 167 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
17%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,170/mo, rent takes ~17% of Beaver's median household income ($81,156/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Beaver 17%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.07%
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