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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Collegeville, PA is $2,541. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Collegeville cheaper than other Pennsylvania cities?

Collegeville is one of the pricier cities in Pennsylvania, ranking #6 out of 167 cities tracked at $2,541/mo.

When was Collegeville rent data last updated?

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

City Report · PA

Collegeville

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Pop. 5,247·6th most expensive in Pennsylvania·Collegeville rents are up 9.4% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,541/mo

Year-over-Year

+9.4%

Month-over-Month

+2.8%

vs US Median

+$576

Rising (Monthly)

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Collegeville · $2,541

More expensive than 81% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

47/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Collegeville's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$2,541/mo

Expected by trend

$2,508/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,710

1 BR

$1,880

2 BR

$2,240

3 BR

$2,700

4 BR+

$3,070

Research median

$2,240/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

$30,492/yr

At $2,541/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 9.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+9.4% YoY, +2.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Collegeville, PA is majority owner-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income above the national average, 55.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

5,247

Median income

$91,466

Median age

24.1

Renters

24.2%

Age distribution

12.1%

44.5%

16%

13.3%

14.2%

Under 1812.1%

18–3444.5%

35–5416%

55–6413.3%

65+14.2%

Gender

45.4%

54.6%

Male45.4%

Female54.6%

Race & ethnicity

78.2%

White78.2%

Black5.5%

Hispanic5.6%

Asian6.8%

Other3.9%

Education (25+)

23%

18.2%

55.2%

No HS diploma3.7%

HS diploma23%

Some college18.2%

Bachelor's+55.2%

Housing tenure

75.8%

24.2%

Owner75.8%

Renter24.2%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Collegeville, PA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,049 → $2,541

up 24.0%

Income

$93,934 → $91,466

down 2.6%

Population

4,986 → 5,247

up 5.2%

Renter share

25.1% → 24.2%

-0.9 pts

Bachelor's+

55% → 55.2%

+0.2 pts

Median age

25.2 → 24.1

-1.1 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Collegeville, PA paid around $2,049 a month. That figure now sits near $2,541, up 24.0% from the 2022 baseline. On the earnings side, the typical household in Collegeville, PA now reports about $91,466, up from $93,934 in 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Collegeville, PA adding about 261 residents over the five-year window, up 5.2% on net. For context, the 2022 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Collegeville, PA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Collegeville on your salary?

At $2,541/mo, how Collegeville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 32.6% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 45.9% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 39.9% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 22.3% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 17.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 49% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 54.3% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 44.1% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Collegeville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Collegeville, PA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Collegeville is $2,541/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,710/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,240/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,880/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,700/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($91,466/yr), Collegeville ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Collegeville an affordable city for renters?

Collegeville is considered moderate for renters. At $2,541/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($91,466/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Collegeville slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Collegeville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $102,000/year (~$49/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,541/mo in Collegeville. The local median household income is $91,466/yr, meaning the typical Collegeville household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Collegeville?

Rent in Collegeville has increased 9.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Collegeville rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Collegeville is one of the pricier cities in Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #6 out of 167 tracked cities at $2,541/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Collegeville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Collegeville ($2,541/mo): Norristown ($1,763/mo), Harleysville ($1,914/mo), Royersford ($1,944/mo).

What percentage of Collegeville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 24.2% of Collegeville households are renters, while 75.8% are owner-occupied. Collegeville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Collegeville rent compare to the national average?

Collegeville's median rent of $2,541/mo is $576 (29%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #6 out of 167 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

33%

MODERATE

At $2,541/mo, rent takes ~33% of Collegeville's median household income ($91,466/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Collegeville 33%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3.07%

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