How much does it cost to rent in East Stroudsburg, PA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in East Stroudsburg, PA is $1,898. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is East Stroudsburg cheaper than other Pennsylvania cities?

East Stroudsburg is one of the pricier cities in Pennsylvania, ranking #54 out of 167 cities tracked at $1,898/mo.

When was East Stroudsburg rent data last updated?

East Stroudsburg 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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East Stroudsburg

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Pop. 9,319·54th most expensive in Pennsylvania·Rental market data updated monthly for East Stroudsburg, PA

Median rent (all units)

$1,898/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.8%

Month-over-Month

-0.2%

vs US Median

-$67

Stable (Monthly)

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East Stroudsburg · $1,898

More expensive than 52% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

38% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,898/mo, rent takes about 38% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$76,000/yr

Local median income

$59,821/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using East Stroudsburg's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,170

1 BR

$1,200

2 BR

$1,570

3 BR

$2,070

4 BR+

$2,410

Research median

$1,570/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

$22,776/yr

At $1,898/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (2.8% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.8% YoY, -0.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

East Stroudsburg, PA is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 32.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

9,319

Median income

$59,821

Median age

33.8

Renters

46.8%

Age distribution

17.2%

33.8%

22.2%

18.6%

Under 1817.2%

18–3433.8%

35–5422.2%

55–648.2%

65+18.6%

Gender

48.7%

51.3%

Male48.7%

Female51.3%

Race & ethnicity

57.6%

20%

18.8%

White57.6%

Black20%

Hispanic18.8%

Asian2.9%

Other0.7%

Education (25+)

12.1%

30.3%

25%

32.6%

No HS diploma12.1%

HS diploma30.3%

Some college25%

Bachelor's+32.6%

Housing tenure

53.2%

46.8%

Owner53.2%

Renter46.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How East Stroudsburg, PA has changed in 5 years

Income

$59,262 → $59,821

up 0.9%

Population

9,820 → 9,319

down 5.1%

Renter share

51.5% → 46.8%

-4.7 pts

Bachelor's+

23.7% → 32.6%

+8.9 pts

Median age

36.3 → 33.8

-2.5 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $59,262 in 2021 to $59,821 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 9,820 to 9,319 between 2021 and 2024, a 5.1% change. About 46.8% of households rent today, against 51.5% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 23.7% to 32.6%.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in East Stroudsburg on your salary?

At $1,898/mo, how East Stroudsburg rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 24.4% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 34.3% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 29.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 16.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 13% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 36.6% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 40.6% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 32.9% income

stretched

By apartment size

East Stroudsburg rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in East Stroudsburg, PA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in East Stroudsburg is $1,898/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,170/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,570/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,200/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,070/mo.

At 38% of local median household income ($59,821/yr), East Stroudsburg ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is East Stroudsburg an affordable city for renters?

East Stroudsburg is considered moderate for renters. At $1,898/mo, rent takes approximately 38% of the local median household income ($59,821/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. East Stroudsburg slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in East Stroudsburg?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $76,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,898/mo in East Stroudsburg. The local median household income is $59,821/yr, meaning the typical East Stroudsburg household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in East Stroudsburg?

Rent in East Stroudsburg has increased 2.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does East Stroudsburg rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

East Stroudsburg is one of the pricier cities in Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #54 out of 167 tracked cities at $1,898/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than East Stroudsburg?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than East Stroudsburg ($1,898/mo): Bangor ($1,313/mo), Stroudsburg ($1,700/mo).

What percentage of East Stroudsburg residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 46.8% of East Stroudsburg households are renters, while 53.2% are owner-occupied. East Stroudsburg leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does East Stroudsburg rent compare to the national average?

East Stroudsburg's median rent of $1,898/mo is $67 (3%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #54 out of 167 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

38%

MODERATE

At $1,898/mo, rent takes ~38% of East Stroudsburg's median household income ($59,821/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

East Stroudsburg 38%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3.07%

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