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Hummelstown

Pop. 4,527·35th most expensive in Pennsylvania·Hummelstown rents are up 17.5% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,095/mo
Year-over-Year
+17.5%
Month-over-Month
-5.2%
vs US Median
+$130
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Hummelstown · $2,095
More expensive than 64% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
40% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,095/mo, rent takes about 40% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$84,000/yr
Local median income
$63,175/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Hummelstown's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,130
1 BR
$1,320
2 BR
$1,620
3 BR
$2,080
4 BR+
$2,150
Research median
$1,620/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
$25,140/yr
At $2,095/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 17.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+17.5% YoY, -5.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Hummelstown, PA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 45.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
4,527
Median income
$63,175
Median age
37.6
Renters
45.7%
Age distribution
20.7%
25.2%
25.2%
13.5%
15.3%
Under 1820.7%
18–3425.2%
35–5425.2%
55–6413.5%
65+15.3%
Gender
47.9%
52.1%
Male47.9%
Female52.1%
Race & ethnicity
86%
White86%
Hispanic11.4%
Asian7.7%
Education (25+)
23.1%
26.4%
45.8%
No HS diploma4.7%
HS diploma23.1%
Some college26.4%
Bachelor's+45.8%
Housing tenure
54.3%
45.7%
Owner54.3%
Renter45.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Hummelstown, PA has changed in 5 years

Income
$58,269 → $63,175
up 8.4%
Population
4,522 → 4,527
up 0.1%
Renter share
47.5% → 45.7%
-1.8 pts
Bachelor's+
42.7% → 45.8%
+3.1 pts
Median age
38.7 → 37.6
-1.1 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $63,175 today, compared with $58,269 five years earlier. The renter share has eased from 47.5% to 45.7%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 42.7% to 45.8% across the same window.

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Hummelstown rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Hummelstown, PA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Hummelstown is $2,095/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,130/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,620/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,320/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,080/mo.

At 40% of local median household income ($63,175/yr), Hummelstown ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 17.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hummelstown an affordable city for renters?

Hummelstown is considered moderate for renters. At $2,095/mo, rent takes approximately 40% of the local median household income ($63,175/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hummelstown slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Hummelstown?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $84,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,095/mo in Hummelstown. The local median household income is $63,175/yr, meaning the typical Hummelstown household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hummelstown?

Rent in Hummelstown has increased 17.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Hummelstown rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Hummelstown is one of the pricier cities in Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #35 out of 167 tracked cities at $2,095/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hummelstown?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Hummelstown ($2,095/mo): Middletown ($1,322/mo), Harrisburg ($1,361/mo), Elizabethtown ($1,416/mo).

What percentage of Hummelstown residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 45.7% of Hummelstown households are renters, while 54.3% are owner-occupied. Hummelstown leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Hummelstown rent compare to the national average?

Hummelstown's median rent of $2,095/mo is $130 (7%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #35 out of 167 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
40%
MODERATE

At $2,095/mo, rent takes ~40% of Hummelstown's median household income ($63,175/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax3.07%
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