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Hazleton

Pop. 30,111·103rd most expensive in Pennsylvania·Rental market data updated monthly for Hazleton, PA
Median rent (all units)
$1,433/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-4.4%
vs US Median
-$532
Falling (Monthly)
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Hazleton · $1,433
More affordable than 80% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
37% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,433/mo, rent takes about 37% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$57,000/yr
Local median income
$46,177/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Hazleton's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$880
1 BR
$1,030
2 BR
$1,290
3 BR
$1,640
4 BR+
$1,710
Research median
$1,290/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$17,196/yr
At $1,433/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -4.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Hazleton, PA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
30,111
Median income
$46,177
Median age
37.5
Renters
48.9%
Age distribution
24.2%
23.1%
26.5%
15.1%
Under 1824.2%
18–3423.1%
35–5426.5%
55–6411%
65+15.1%
Gender
50.6%
49.4%
Male50.6%
Female49.4%
Race & ethnicity
36%
63.4%
White36%
Black4.8%
Hispanic63.4%
Education (25+)
25.4%
39.4%
24.4%
No HS diploma25.4%
HS diploma39.4%
Some college24.4%
Bachelor's+10.8%
Housing tenure
51.1%
48.9%
Owner51.1%
Renter48.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Hazleton, PA has changed in 5 years

Income
$40,782 → $46,177
up 13.2%
Population
29,339 → 30,111
up 2.6%
Renter share
51% → 48.9%
-2.1 pts
Bachelor's+
12.4% → 10.8%
-1.6 pts
Median age
36.6 → 37.5
+0.9 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Hazleton, PA now reports about $46,177, up from $40,782 in 2021. The population has grown by 2.6% since 2021, moving from about 29,339 residents to roughly 30,111. Renters now make up 48.9% of households, compared with 51% five years ago.

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At $1,433/mo, how Hazleton rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Hazleton rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Hazleton, PA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Hazleton is $1,433/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $880/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,290/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,030/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,640/mo.

At 37% of local median household income ($46,177/yr), Hazleton ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hazleton an affordable city for renters?

Hazleton is considered moderate for renters. At $1,433/mo, rent takes approximately 37% of the local median household income ($46,177/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hazleton slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Hazleton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $57,000/year (~$27/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,433/mo in Hazleton. The local median household income is $46,177/yr, meaning the typical Hazleton household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hazleton?

Rent in Hazleton has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Hazleton rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Hazleton is middle-of-the-pack for Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #103 out of 167 tracked cities at $1,433/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hazleton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Hazleton ($1,433/mo): Pittston ($1,119/mo), Tamaqua ($1,283/mo), Wilkes-Barre ($1,358/mo).

What percentage of Hazleton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 48.9% of Hazleton households are renters, while 51.1% are owner-occupied. Hazleton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Hazleton rent compare to the national average?

Hazleton's median rent of $1,433/mo is $532 (27%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #103 out of 167 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
37%
MODERATE

At $1,433/mo, rent takes ~37% of Hazleton's median household income ($46,177/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Hazleton 37%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.07%
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