How much does it cost to rent in Bryn Mawr, PA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Bryn Mawr, PA is $2,363. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Bryn Mawr cheaper than other Pennsylvania cities?

Bryn Mawr is one of the pricier cities in Pennsylvania, ranking #17 out of 167 cities tracked at $2,363/mo.

When was Bryn Mawr rent data last updated?

Bryn Mawr rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

Is Bryn Mawr a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Bryn Mawr is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 3.9% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

City Report · PA

Bryn Mawr

Name: Average Rent Prices in Bryn Mawr, PA
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Pop. 5,880·17th most expensive in Pennsylvania·Rental market data updated monthly for Bryn Mawr, PA

Median rent (all units)

$2,363/mo

Year-over-Year

-3.9%

Month-over-Month

Stable

vs US Median

+$398

Stable (Monthly)

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Bryn Mawr · $2,363

More expensive than 75% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

66/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 8% below what Bryn Mawr's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,363/mo

Expected by trend

$2,574/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Bryn Mawr's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,880

1 BR

$2,070

2 BR

$2,470

3 BR

$2,980

4 BR+

$3,380

Research median

$2,470/mo

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

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$28,356/yr

At $2,363/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 3.9% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-3.9% YoY, -0.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Bryn Mawr, PA is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income above the national average, 61.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

5,880

Median income

$92,961

Median age

23.1

Renters

53.9%

Age distribution

50.6%

19%

13.9%

Under 1810.2%

18–3450.6%

35–5419%

55–646.3%

65+13.9%

Gender

33.3%

66.7%

Male33.3%

Female66.7%

Race & ethnicity

74.6%

White74.6%

Black9%

Hispanic8%

Asian6%

Other2.4%

Education (25+)

16.1%

19.9%

61.8%

No HS diploma2.2%

HS diploma16.1%

Some college19.9%

Bachelor's+61.8%

Housing tenure

46.1%

53.9%

Owner46.1%

Renter53.9%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Bryn Mawr, PA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,085 → $2,363

up 13.3%

Income

$87,625 → $92,961

up 6.1%

Population

5,573 → 5,880

up 5.5%

Renter share

58.2% → 53.9%

-4.3 pts

Bachelor's+

65% → 61.8%

-3.2 pts

Median age

29.5 → 23.1

-6.4 yrs

Rent in Bryn Mawr, PA has increased 13.3% since 2023, going from about $2,085 per month to roughly $2,363 today. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $87,625 in 2021 to $92,961 more recently. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 7.2 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 5,573 to 5,880 between 2021 and 2024, a 5.5% change. About 53.9% of households rent today, against 58.2% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher slipped from 65% to 61.8%. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Bryn Mawr, PA market of 2023.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Bryn Mawr on your salary?

At $2,363/mo, how Bryn Mawr rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 30.3% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 42.7% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 37.1% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 20.7% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 16.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 45.6% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 50.5% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 41% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Bryn Mawr rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Bryn Mawr. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Bryn Mawr

About renting in Bryn Mawr, PA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Bryn Mawr is $2,363/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,880/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,470/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,070/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,980/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($92,961/yr), Bryn Mawr ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Bryn Mawr an affordable city for renters?

Bryn Mawr is considered moderate for renters. At $2,363/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($92,961/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Bryn Mawr slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Bryn Mawr?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $95,000/year (~$46/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,363/mo in Bryn Mawr. The local median household income is $92,961/yr, meaning the typical Bryn Mawr household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Bryn Mawr?

Rent in Bryn Mawr has decreased 3.9% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Bryn Mawr rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Bryn Mawr is one of the pricier cities in Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #17 out of 167 tracked cities at $2,363/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Bryn Mawr?

Drexel Hill is nearby and more affordable at $1,442/mo, which is $921 less than Bryn Mawr.

What percentage of Bryn Mawr residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 53.9% of Bryn Mawr households are renters, while 46.1% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Bryn Mawr has a strong rental market.

How does Bryn Mawr rent compare to the national average?

Bryn Mawr's median rent of $2,363/mo is $398 (20%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #17 out of 167 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

31%

MODERATE

At $2,363/mo, rent takes ~31% of Bryn Mawr's median household income ($92,961/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Bryn Mawr 31%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3.07%

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