How much does it cost to rent in King Of Prussia, PA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in King Of Prussia, PA is $2,111. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is King Of Prussia cheaper than other Pennsylvania cities?

King Of Prussia is one of the pricier cities in Pennsylvania, ranking #33 out of 167 cities tracked at $2,111/mo.

When was King Of Prussia rent data last updated?

King Of Prussia 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

King Of Prussia

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Pop. 25,857·33rd most expensive in Pennsylvania·King of Prussia rents are up 5.1% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,111/mo

Year-over-Year

+5.1%

Month-over-Month

-1.1%

vs US Median

+$146

Falling (Monthly)

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King Of Prussia · $2,111

More expensive than 65% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

56/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% below what King Of Prussia's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,111/mo

Expected by trend

$2,177/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,840

1 BR

$2,030

2 BR

$2,420

3 BR

$2,920

4 BR+

$3,310

Research median

$2,420/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

$25,332/yr

At $2,111/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (5.1% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+5.1% YoY, -1.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

King Of Prussia, PA is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income above the national average, 65.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

25,857

Median income

$117,912

Median age

36.3

Renters

54%

Age distribution

16.6%

31.4%

26.4%

14.5%

Under 1816.6%

18–3431.4%

35–5426.4%

55–6411.1%

65+14.5%

Gender

49.3%

50.7%

Male49.3%

Female50.7%

Race & ethnicity

61.5%

21.9%

White61.5%

Black9%

Hispanic5.6%

Asian21.9%

Other1.9%

Education (25+)

13.7%

18.5%

65.7%

No HS diploma2.2%

HS diploma13.7%

Some college18.5%

Bachelor's+65.7%

Housing tenure

46%

54%

Owner46%

Renter54%

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

2021 vs 2026

How King Of Prussia, PA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,667 → $2,111

up 26.6%

Income

$98,517 → $117,912

up 19.7%

Population

23,841 → 25,857

up 8.5%

Renter share

47.9% → 54%

+6.1 pts

Bachelor's+

62.6% → 65.7%

+3.1 pts

Median age

36.9 → 36.3

-0.6 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in King Of Prussia, PA has climbed from $1,667 to $2,111, a 26.6% change over five years. Median household income rose from $98,517 to $117,912 between 2021 and 2024, a 19.7% shift. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 8.5% since 2021, moving from about 23,841 residents to roughly 25,857. Renters now make up 54% of households, compared with 47.9% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 65.7% of adults here, versus 62.6% in 2021. Taken together, the five-year picture in King Of Prussia, PA reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in King Of Prussia on your salary?

At $2,111/mo, how King Of Prussia rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 27.1% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 38.1% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 33.1% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 18.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 14.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 40.7% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 45.1% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 36.6% income

stretched

By apartment size

King Of Prussia rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in King Of Prussia. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in King Of Prussia

About renting in King Of Prussia, PA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in King Of Prussia is $2,111/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,840/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,420/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,030/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,920/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($117,912/yr), King Of Prussia ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is King Of Prussia an affordable city for renters?

King Of Prussia is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,111/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($117,912/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. King Of Prussia falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in King Of Prussia?

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 $2,111/mo in King Of Prussia. The local median household income is $117,912/yr, meaning the typical King Of Prussia household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in King Of Prussia?

Rent in King Of Prussia has increased 5.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does King Of Prussia rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

King Of Prussia is one of the pricier cities in Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #33 out of 167 tracked cities at $2,111/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than King Of Prussia?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than King Of Prussia ($2,111/mo): Norristown ($1,763/mo), Devon ($1,988/mo).

What percentage of King Of Prussia residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 54% of King Of Prussia households are renters, while 46% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, King Of Prussia has a strong rental market.

How does King Of Prussia rent compare to the national average?

King Of Prussia's median rent of $2,111/mo is $146 (7%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #33 out of 167 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

21%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,111/mo, rent takes ~21% of King Of Prussia's median household income ($117,912/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

King Of Prussia 21%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3.07%

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