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Lemoyne

Pop. 4,742·127th most expensive in Pennsylvania·Rents have been falling, good time to negotiate
Median rent (all units)
$1,319/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-6.8%
vs US Median
-$646
Falling (Monthly)
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Lemoyne · $1,319
More affordable than 87% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
25% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,319/mo, rent takes about 25% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$53,000/yr
Local median income
$62,086/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Lemoyne's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$810
1 BR
$950
2 BR
$1,170
3 BR
$1,500
4 BR+
$1,550
Research median
$1,170/mo

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

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12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$15,828/yr
At $1,319/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, -6.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Lemoyne, PA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 42.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
4,742
Median income
$62,086
Median age
40.4
Renters
45.2%
Age distribution
18.3%
23.2%
25.9%
14.5%
18.1%
Under 1818.3%
18–3423.2%
35–5425.9%
55–6414.5%
65+18.1%
Gender
45.3%
54.7%
Male45.3%
Female54.7%
Race & ethnicity
91.8%
White91.8%
Black4.3%
Asian0.8%
Other3%
Education (25+)
21%
26%
42.7%
No HS diploma10.3%
HS diploma21%
Some college26%
Bachelor's+42.7%
Housing tenure
54.8%
45.2%
Owner54.8%
Renter45.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Lemoyne, PA has changed in 5 years

Income
$66,841 → $62,086
down 7.1%
Population
4,647 → 4,742
up 2.0%
Renter share
39.4% → 45.2%
+5.8 pts
Bachelor's+
41.9% → 42.7%
+0.8 pts

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $66,841 in 2021 to $62,086 more recently. Census counts show Lemoyne, PA adding about 95 residents over the five-year window, up 2.0% on net. The renter share has risen from 39.4% to 45.2%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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Lemoyne rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Lemoyne, PA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Lemoyne is $1,319/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $810/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,170/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $950/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,500/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($62,086/yr), Lemoyne ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lemoyne an affordable city for renters?

Lemoyne is considered affordable for renters. At $1,319/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($62,086/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Lemoyne falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Lemoyne?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $53,000/year (~$25/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,319/mo in Lemoyne. The local median household income is $62,086/yr, meaning the typical Lemoyne household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Lemoyne?

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

How does Lemoyne rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Lemoyne is one of the more affordable cities in Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #127 out of 167 tracked cities at $1,319/mo.

What percentage of Lemoyne residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 45.2% of Lemoyne households are renters, while 54.8% are owner-occupied. Lemoyne leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Lemoyne rent compare to the national average?

Lemoyne's median rent of $1,319/mo is $646 (33%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #127 out of 167 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,319/mo, rent takes ~25% of Lemoyne's median household income ($62,086/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax3.07%
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