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Breinigsville

Pop. 7,769·14th most expensive in Pennsylvania·Breinigsville rents are up 21.4% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,397/mo
Year-over-Year
+21.4%
Month-over-Month
+3.7%
vs US Median
+$432
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Breinigsville · $2,397
More expensive than 76% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
24% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,397/mo, rent takes about 24% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$96,000/yr
Local median income
$120,749/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Breinigsville's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,430
1 BR
$1,680
2 BR
$2,090
3 BR
$2,670
4 BR+
$2,780
Research median
$2,090/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
$28,764/yr
At $2,397/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 21.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+21.4% YoY, +3.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Breinigsville, PA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 57.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
7,769
Median income
$120,749
Median age
38
Renters
8.2%
Age distribution
31.5%
15.3%
28.7%
12.2%
12.4%
Under 1831.5%
18–3415.3%
35–5428.7%
55–6412.2%
65+12.4%
Gender
41.9%
58.1%
Male41.9%
Female58.1%
Race & ethnicity
56.1%
21.8%
16.8%
White56.1%
Black3.4%
Hispanic21.8%
Asian16.8%
Other1.9%
Education (25+)
14.7%
25.2%
57.7%
No HS diploma2.4%
HS diploma14.7%
Some college25.2%
Bachelor's+57.7%
Housing tenure
91.8%
Owner91.8%
Renter8.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Breinigsville, PA has changed in 5 years

Income
$105,588 → $120,749
up 14.4%
Population
8,205 → 7,769
down 5.3%
Renter share
19% → 8.2%
-10.8 pts
Bachelor's+
52.9% → 57.7%
+4.8 pts
Median age
36.7 → 38
+1.3 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $105,588 to $120,749 across the same window, up 14.4% versus 2021. The population has contracted by 5.3% since 2021, moving from about 8,205 residents to roughly 7,769. Renters now make up 8.2% of households, compared with 19% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 57.7% of adults here, versus 52.9% in 2021.

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Breinigsville rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Breinigsville, PA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Breinigsville is $2,397/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,430/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,090/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,680/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,670/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($120,749/yr), Breinigsville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 21.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Breinigsville an affordable city for renters?

Breinigsville is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,397/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($120,749/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Breinigsville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Breinigsville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $96,000/year (~$46/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,397/mo in Breinigsville. The local median household income is $120,749/yr, meaning the typical Breinigsville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Breinigsville?

Rent in Breinigsville has increased 21.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Breinigsville rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Breinigsville is one of the pricier cities in Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #14 out of 167 tracked cities at $2,397/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Breinigsville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Breinigsville ($2,397/mo): Emmaus ($1,662/mo), Allentown ($1,732/mo), Whitehall ($1,891/mo).

What percentage of Breinigsville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 8.2% of Breinigsville households are renters, while 91.8% are owner-occupied. Breinigsville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Breinigsville rent compare to the national average?

Breinigsville's median rent of $2,397/mo is $432 (22%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #14 out of 167 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
24%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,397/mo, rent takes ~24% of Breinigsville's median household income ($120,749/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Breinigsville 24%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.07%
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