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Kennett Square

Pop. 6,243·25th most expensive in Pennsylvania·Kennett Square rents have dropped 6.5%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$2,225/mo
Year-over-Year
-6.5%
Month-over-Month
+1.8%
vs US Median
+$260
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Kennett Square · $2,225
More expensive than 70% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
33% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,225/mo, rent takes about 33% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$89,000/yr
Local median income
$80,505/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Kennett Square's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,260
1 BR
$1,380
2 BR
$1,650
3 BR
$1,990
4 BR+
$2,260
Research median
$1,650/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
$26,700/yr
At $2,225/mo median
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Renter's Market
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Rents are softening (down 6.5% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-6.5% YoY, +1.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Kennett Square, PA is majority owner-occupied, 36.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
6,243
Median income
$80,505
Median age
38.3
Renters
43.7%
Age distribution
22.6%
24.8%
24.3%
13.1%
15.2%
Under 1822.6%
18–3424.8%
35–5424.3%
55–6413.1%
65+15.2%
Gender
51.4%
48.6%
Male51.4%
Female48.6%
Race & ethnicity
56.3%
46.1%
White56.3%
Black3.1%
Hispanic46.1%
Education (25+)
19.7%
27.3%
16.1%
36.8%
No HS diploma19.7%
HS diploma27.3%
Some college16.1%
Bachelor's+36.8%
Housing tenure
56.3%
43.7%
Owner56.3%
Renter43.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Kennett Square, PA has changed in 5 years

Income
$65,984 → $80,505
up 22.0%
Population
5,959 → 6,243
up 4.8%
Renter share
49.3% → 43.7%
-5.6 pts
Bachelor's+
34.3% → 36.8%
+2.5 pts
Median age
39.2 → 38.3
-0.9 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Kennett Square, PA now reports about $80,505, up from $65,984 in 2021. Census counts show Kennett Square, PA adding about 284 residents over the five-year window, up 4.8% on net. The renter share has eased from 49.3% to 43.7%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 34.3% to 36.8% across the same window.

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Kennett Square rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Kennett Square, PA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Kennett Square is $2,225/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,260/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,650/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,380/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,990/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($80,505/yr), Kennett Square ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 6.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Kennett Square an affordable city for renters?

Kennett Square is considered moderate for renters. At $2,225/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($80,505/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Kennett Square slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Kennett Square?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $89,000/year (~$43/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,225/mo in Kennett Square. The local median household income is $80,505/yr, meaning the typical Kennett Square household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Kennett Square?

Rent in Kennett Square has decreased 6.5% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Kennett Square rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Kennett Square is one of the pricier cities in Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #25 out of 167 tracked cities at $2,225/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Kennett Square?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Kennett Square ($2,225/mo): Coatesville ($1,725/mo), Thorndale ($1,958/mo), West Chester ($2,201/mo).

What percentage of Kennett Square residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 43.7% of Kennett Square households are renters, while 56.3% are owner-occupied. Kennett Square leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Kennett Square rent compare to the national average?

Kennett Square's median rent of $2,225/mo is $260 (13%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #25 out of 167 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
33%
MODERATE

At $2,225/mo, rent takes ~33% of Kennett Square's median household income ($80,505/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Kennett Square 33%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.07%
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