How much does it cost to rent in Drexel Hill, PA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Drexel Hill, PA is $1,442. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Drexel Hill cheaper than other Pennsylvania cities?

Drexel Hill falls in the middle range for Pennsylvania, ranking #100 out of 167 cities at $1,442/mo.

When was Drexel Hill rent data last updated?

Drexel Hill 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

Drexel Hill

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Pop. 30,451·100th most expensive in Pennsylvania·Drexel Hill rents have dropped 8.4%, currently a renter's market

Median rent (all units)

$1,442/mo

Year-over-Year

-8.4%

Month-over-Month

-0.8%

vs US Median

-$523

Falling (Monthly)

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Drexel Hill · $1,442

More affordable than 79% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

73/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 12% below what Drexel Hill's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,442/mo

Expected by trend

$1,631/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,250

1 BR

$1,380

2 BR

$1,640

3 BR

$1,980

4 BR+

$2,250

Research median

$1,640/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

$17,304/yr

At $1,442/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 8.4% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (-8.4% YoY, -0.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Drexel Hill, PA is majority owner-occupied, 46% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

30,451

Median income

$88,168

Median age

36.2

Renters

36.6%

Age distribution

21.3%

26.1%

25.8%

15.7%

Under 1821.3%

18–3426.1%

35–5425.8%

55–6411.1%

65+15.7%

Gender

48.1%

51.9%

Male48.1%

Female51.9%

Race & ethnicity

61.6%

21.3%

White61.6%

Black21.3%

Hispanic7.1%

Asian7.5%

Other2.5%

Education (25+)

19.8%

28%

46%

No HS diploma6.2%

HS diploma19.8%

Some college28%

Bachelor's+46%

Housing tenure

63.4%

36.6%

Owner63.4%

Renter36.6%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Drexel Hill, PA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,185 → $1,442

up 21.7%

Income

$76,403 → $88,168

up 15.4%

Population

28,538 → 30,451

up 6.7%

Renter share

35% → 36.6%

+1.6 pts

Bachelor's+

42.1% → 46%

+3.9 pts

Median age

37.3 → 36.2

-1.1 yrs

Compared with 2022, rent in Drexel Hill, PA has climbed by $257 per month, settling near $1,442 after starting the period at $1,185. Household income in the area moved from $76,403 to $88,168 across the same window, up 15.4% versus 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 6.3 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 28,538 to 30,451 between 2021 and 2024, a 6.7% change. About 36.6% of households rent today, against 35% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 42.1% to 46%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Drexel Hill, PA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Drexel Hill on your salary?

At $1,442/mo, how Drexel Hill rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 18.5% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 26.1% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 22.6% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 12.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 9.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 27.8% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 30.8% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 25% income

affordable

By apartment size

Drexel Hill rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Drexel Hill, PA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Drexel Hill is $1,442/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,250/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,640/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,380/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,980/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($88,168/yr), Drexel Hill ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 8.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Drexel Hill an affordable city for renters?

Drexel Hill is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,442/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($88,168/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Drexel Hill falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Drexel Hill?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $58,000/year (~$28/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,442/mo in Drexel Hill. The local median household income is $88,168/yr, meaning the typical Drexel Hill household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Drexel Hill?

Rent in Drexel Hill has decreased 8.4% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Drexel Hill rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Drexel Hill is middle-of-the-pack for Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #100 out of 167 tracked cities at $1,442/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Drexel Hill?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Drexel Hill ($1,442/mo): Upper Darby ($1,347/mo), Glenolden ($1,434/mo).

What percentage of Drexel Hill residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 36.6% of Drexel Hill households are renters, while 63.4% are owner-occupied. Drexel Hill leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Drexel Hill rent compare to the national average?

Drexel Hill's median rent of $1,442/mo is $523 (27%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #100 out of 167 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

20%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,442/mo, rent takes ~20% of Drexel Hill's median household income ($88,168/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Drexel Hill 20%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3.07%

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