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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Easton, PA is $1,935. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Easton cheaper than other Pennsylvania cities?

Easton is one of the pricier cities in Pennsylvania, ranking #50 out of 167 cities tracked at $1,935/mo.

When was Easton rent data last updated?

Easton 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

Easton

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Pop. 29,739·50th most expensive in Pennsylvania·Easton rents are up 11.8% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,935/mo

Year-over-Year

+11.8%

Month-over-Month

+1.1%

vs US Median

-$30

Rising (Monthly)

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Easton · $1,935

More expensive than 55% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

48/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$1,935/mo

Expected by trend

$1,916/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,190

1 BR

$1,400

2 BR

$1,740

3 BR

$2,220

4 BR+

$2,315

Research median

$1,740/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

$23,220/yr

At $1,935/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, +1.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Easton, PA is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, 28.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

29,739

Median income

$69,348

Median age

31.6

Renters

55.5%

Age distribution

19.8%

35.8%

23%

Under 1819.8%

18–3435.8%

35–5423%

55–6410.2%

65+11.1%

Gender

51.1%

48.9%

Male51.1%

Female48.9%

Race & ethnicity

53.8%

18.2%

24.9%

White53.8%

Black18.2%

Hispanic24.9%

Asian1.6%

Other1.5%

Education (25+)

34.8%

25%

28.2%

No HS diploma12%

HS diploma34.8%

Some college25%

Bachelor's+28.2%

Housing tenure

44.5%

55.5%

Owner44.5%

Renter55.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Easton, PA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,350 → $1,935

up 43.3%

Income

$58,243 → $69,348

up 19.1%

Population

27,860 → 29,739

up 6.7%

Renter share

53.1% → 55.5%

+2.4 pts

Bachelor's+

25.6% → 28.2%

+2.6 pts

Median age

35.6 → 31.6

-4.0 yrs

Rent in Easton, PA has increased 43.3% since 2021, going from about $1,350 per month to roughly $1,935 today. Census figures show median household income at $69,348 today, compared with $58,243 five years earlier. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 24.2 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 27,860 to 29,739 between 2021 and 2024, a 6.7% change. About 55.5% of households rent today, against 53.1% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 25.6% to 28.2%. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Easton on your salary?

At $1,935/mo, how Easton rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 24.8% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 35% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 30.4% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 17% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 13.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 37.3% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 41.4% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 33.6% income

stretched

By apartment size

Easton rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Easton, PA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Easton is $1,935/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,190/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,740/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,400/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,220/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($69,348/yr), Easton ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 11.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Easton an affordable city for renters?

Easton is considered moderate for renters. At $1,935/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($69,348/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Easton slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Easton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $77,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,935/mo in Easton. The local median household income is $69,348/yr, meaning the typical Easton household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Easton?

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

Which Easton neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Easton are 18042 ($1,748/mo), and 18045 ($2,217/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Easton is $1,935/mo.

How does Easton rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Easton is one of the pricier cities in Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #50 out of 167 tracked cities at $1,935/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Easton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Easton ($1,935/mo): Bangor ($1,313/mo), Bethlehem ($1,916/mo).

What percentage of Easton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 55.5% of Easton households are renters, while 44.5% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Easton has a strong rental market.

How does Easton rent compare to the national average?

Easton's median rent of $1,935/mo is $30 (2%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #50 out of 167 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

33%

MODERATE

At $1,935/mo, rent takes ~33% of Easton's median household income ($69,348/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Easton 33%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3.07%

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