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Hatfield

Pop. 3,502·94th most expensive in Pennsylvania·Hatfield rents have dropped 7.8%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,575/mo
Year-over-Year
-7.8%
Month-over-Month
-4.8%
vs US Median
-$387
Falling (Monthly)
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Hatfield · $1,575
More affordable than 71% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
23% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,575/mo, rent takes about 23% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$63,000/yr
Local median income
$80,962/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Hatfield's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,350
1 BR
$1,490
2 BR
$1,770
3 BR
$2,130
4 BR+
$2,420
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,770/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,575 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$18,900/yr
At $1,575/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 7.8% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-7.8% YoY, -4.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Hatfield, PA is roughly split between renters and owners, 34.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
3,502
Median income
$80,962
Median age
36.5
Renters
51.6%
Age distribution
23.8%
24.9%
29%
13.9%
Under 1823.8%
18–3424.9%
35–5429%
55–648.5%
65+13.9%
Gender
46.1%
53.9%
Male46.1%
Female53.9%
Race & ethnicity
68.2%
15.2%
White68.2%
Black3.7%
Hispanic6.5%
Asian15.2%
Other6.4%
Education (25+)
21%
38.3%
34.7%
No HS diploma6%
HS diploma21%
Some college38.3%
Bachelor's+34.7%
Housing tenure
48.4%
51.6%
Owner48.4%
Renter51.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Hatfield, PA has changed in 5 years

Income
$63,750 → $80,962
up 27.0%
Population
3,479 → 3,502
up 0.7%
Renter share
53.8% → 51.6%
-2.2 pts
Bachelor's+
35.3% → 34.7%
-0.6 pts
Median age
34.6 → 36.5
+1.9 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $63,750 to $80,962 across the same window, up 27.0% versus 2021. The renter share has eased from 53.8% to 51.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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At $1,575/mo, how Hatfield rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Hatfield rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Hatfield, PA

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Hatfield is $1,575/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,350/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,770/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,490/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,130/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($80,962/yr), Hatfield ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 7.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hatfield an affordable city for renters?

Hatfield is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,575/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($80,962/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hatfield falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Hatfield?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $63,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,575/mo in Hatfield. The local median household income is $80,962/yr, meaning the typical Hatfield household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hatfield?

Rent in Hatfield has decreased 7.8% over the past year as of August 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Hatfield rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Hatfield is middle-of-the-pack for Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #94 out of 169 tracked cities at $1,575/mo.

What percentage of Hatfield residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 51.6% of Hatfield households are renters, while 48.4% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Hatfield has a strong rental market.

How does Hatfield rent compare to the national average?

Hatfield's median rent of $1,575/mo is $387 (20%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #94 out of 169 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,575/mo, rent takes ~23% of Hatfield's median household income ($80,962/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Hatfield 23%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.07%
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