How much does it cost to rent in Chambersburg, PA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Chambersburg, PA is $1,352. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Chambersburg cheaper than other Pennsylvania cities?

Chambersburg is among the more affordable cities in Pennsylvania, ranking #116 out of 167 cities at $1,352/mo.

When was Chambersburg rent data last updated?

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

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Chambersburg

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Pop. 22,319·116th most expensive in Pennsylvania·Chambersburg rents are up 11.8% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,352/mo

Year-over-Year

+11.8%

Month-over-Month

+0.1%

vs US Median

-$613

Stable (Monthly)

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Chambersburg · $1,352

More affordable than 85% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

42/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% above what Chambersburg's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$1,352/mo

Expected by trend

$1,300/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,020

1 BR

$1,050

2 BR

$1,280

3 BR

$1,710

4 BR+

$1,930

Research median

$1,280/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

$16,224/yr

At $1,352/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 11.8% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+11.8% YoY, +0.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Chambersburg, PA is majority renter-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

22,319

Median income

$56,576

Median age

39.6

Renters

57.3%

Age distribution

19.8%

24.1%

26.1%

19%

Under 1819.8%

18–3424.1%

35–5426.1%

55–6411%

65+19%

Gender

49.6%

50.4%

Male49.6%

Female50.4%

Race & ethnicity

71%

22.6%

White71%

Black7%

Hispanic22.6%

Asian0.8%

Education (25+)

44.7%

19%

27.3%

No HS diploma9%

HS diploma44.7%

Some college19%

Bachelor's+27.3%

Housing tenure

42.7%

57.3%

Owner42.7%

Renter57.3%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Chambersburg, PA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,040 → $1,352

up 30.0%

Income

$48,323 → $56,576

up 17.1%

Population

22,141 → 22,319

up 0.8%

Renter share

57.2% → 57.3%

+0.1 pts

Bachelor's+

24.6% → 27.3%

+2.7 pts

Median age

39.1 → 39.6

+0.5 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Chambersburg, PA paid around $1,040 a month. That figure now sits near $1,352, up 30.0% from the 2022 baseline. Median household income climbed from $48,323 to $56,576 between 2021 and 2024, a 17.1% shift. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 24.6% to 27.3% across the same window. Taken together, the five-year picture in Chambersburg, PA reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Chambersburg on your salary?

At $1,352/mo, how Chambersburg rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 17.3% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 24.4% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 21.2% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 11.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 9.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 26.1% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 28.9% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 23.4% income

affordable

By apartment size

Chambersburg rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Chambersburg, PA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Chambersburg is $1,352/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,020/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,280/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,050/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,710/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($56,576/yr), Chambersburg ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 11.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Chambersburg an affordable city for renters?

Chambersburg is considered affordable for renters. At $1,352/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($56,576/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Chambersburg falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Chambersburg?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $54,000/year (~$26/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,352/mo in Chambersburg. The local median household income is $56,576/yr, meaning the typical Chambersburg household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Chambersburg?

Rent in Chambersburg has increased 11.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Chambersburg rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Chambersburg is one of the more affordable cities in Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #116 out of 167 tracked cities at $1,352/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Chambersburg?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Chambersburg ($1,352/mo): Shippensburg ($1,264/mo), Newville ($1,325/mo).

What percentage of Chambersburg residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 57.3% of Chambersburg households are renters, while 42.7% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Chambersburg has a strong rental market.

How does Chambersburg rent compare to the national average?

Chambersburg's median rent of $1,352/mo is $613 (31%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #116 out of 167 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

29%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,352/mo, rent takes ~29% of Chambersburg's median household income ($56,576/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Chambersburg 29%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3.07%

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