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Doylestown

Pop. 8,341·20th most expensive in Pennsylvania·Doylestown rents have dropped 16.2%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$2,336/mo
Year-over-Year
-16.2%
Month-over-Month
-0.2%
vs US Median
+$371
Stable (Monthly)
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Doylestown · $2,336
More expensive than 74% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
82/100
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Rents are 16% below what Doylestown's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,336/mo
Expected by trend
$2,774/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,680
1 BR
$1,850
2 BR
$2,200
3 BR
$2,650
4 BR+
$3,010
Research median
$2,200/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
$28,032/yr
At $2,336/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 16.2% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-16.2% YoY, -0.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Doylestown, PA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 59.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
8,341
Median income
$99,322
Median age
48.8
Renters
53%
Age distribution
14.1%
21%
23.2%
13%
28.6%
Under 1814.1%
18–3421%
35–5423.2%
55–6413%
65+28.6%
Gender
45.7%
54.3%
Male45.7%
Female54.3%
Race & ethnicity
89.6%
White89.6%
Black0.7%
Hispanic4.4%
Asian2.6%
Other2.7%
Education (25+)
17%
22.5%
59.1%
No HS diploma1.4%
HS diploma17%
Some college22.5%
Bachelor's+59.1%
Housing tenure
47%
53%
Owner47%
Renter53%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Doylestown, PA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,996 → $2,336
up 17.0%
Income
$86,188 → $99,322
up 15.2%
Population
8,275 → 8,341
up 0.8%
Renter share
47.7% → 53%
+5.3 pts
Bachelor's+
59.2% → 59.1%
-0.1 pts

The median rent in Doylestown, PA stood at $1,996 in 2022 and currently runs about $2,336, reflecting a 17.0% increase over the period. Census figures show median household income at $99,322 today, compared with $86,188 five years earlier. Renters now make up 53% of households, compared with 47.7% five years ago. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2022.

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Doylestown rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Doylestown, PA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Doylestown is $2,336/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,680/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,200/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,850/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,650/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($99,322/yr), Doylestown ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 16.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Doylestown an affordable city for renters?

Doylestown is considered affordable for renters. At $2,336/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($99,322/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Doylestown falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Doylestown?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $93,000/year (~$45/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,336/mo in Doylestown. The local median household income is $99,322/yr, meaning the typical Doylestown household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Doylestown?

Rent in Doylestown has decreased 16.2% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Doylestown rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Doylestown is one of the pricier cities in Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #20 out of 167 tracked cities at $2,336/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Doylestown?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Doylestown ($2,336/mo): Horsham ($1,705/mo), Perkasie ($1,795/mo), North Wales ($1,800/mo).

What percentage of Doylestown residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 53% of Doylestown households are renters, while 47% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Doylestown has a strong rental market.

How does Doylestown rent compare to the national average?

Doylestown's median rent of $2,336/mo is $371 (19%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #20 out of 167 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
28%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,336/mo, rent takes ~28% of Doylestown's median household income ($99,322/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax3.07%
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