How much does it cost to rent in Macungie, PA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Macungie, PA is $2,196. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Macungie cheaper than other Pennsylvania cities?

Macungie is one of the pricier cities in Pennsylvania, ranking #27 out of 167 cities tracked at $2,196/mo.

When was Macungie rent data last updated?

Macungie rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Macungie

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Pop. 3,274·27th most expensive in Pennsylvania·Macungie rents are up 10.7% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,196/mo

Year-over-Year

+10.7%

Month-over-Month

-1.2%

vs US Median

+$231

Falling (Monthly)

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Macungie · $2,196

More expensive than 69% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

42/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% above what Macungie's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$2,196/mo

Expected by trend

$2,108/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,450

1 BR

$1,700

2 BR

$2,110

3 BR

$2,700

4 BR+

$2,810

Research median

$2,110/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

$26,352/yr

At $2,196/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 10.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+10.7% YoY, -1.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Macungie, PA is roughly split between renters and owners, 32.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

3,274

Median income

$75,677

Median age

41.5

Renters

49.2%

Age distribution

20.4%

19.3%

35.3%

13.5%

Under 1820.4%

18–3419.3%

35–5435.3%

55–6411.5%

65+13.5%

Gender

54.7%

45.3%

Male54.7%

Female45.3%

Race & ethnicity

71.7%

22.4%

White71.7%

Black3.4%

Hispanic22.4%

Asian5.5%

Education (25+)

35.5%

27.2%

32.2%

No HS diploma5.1%

HS diploma35.5%

Some college27.2%

Bachelor's+32.2%

Housing tenure

50.8%

49.2%

Owner50.8%

Renter49.2%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Macungie, PA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,872 → $2,196

up 17.3%

Income

$53,500 → $75,677

up 41.5%

Population

3,231 → 3,274

up 1.3%

Renter share

59.9% → 49.2%

-10.7 pts

Bachelor's+

33.6% → 32.2%

-1.4 pts

Median age

39.3 → 41.5

+2.2 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Macungie, PA paid around $1,872 a month. That figure now sits near $2,196, up 17.3% from the 2022 baseline. Median household income climbed from $53,500 to $75,677 between 2021 and 2024, a 41.5% shift. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Census counts show Macungie, PA adding about 43 residents over the five-year window, up 1.3% on net. The renter share has eased from 59.9% to 49.2%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Taken together, the five-year picture in Macungie, 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 Macungie on your salary?

At $2,196/mo, how Macungie rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 28.2% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 39.7% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 34.4% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 19.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 15.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 42.4% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 46.9% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 38.1% income

stretched

By apartment size

Macungie rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Macungie, PA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Macungie is $2,196/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,450/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,110/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,700/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,700/mo.

At 35% of local median household income ($75,677/yr), Macungie ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 10.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Macungie an affordable city for renters?

Macungie is considered moderate for renters. At $2,196/mo, rent takes approximately 35% of the local median household income ($75,677/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Macungie slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Macungie?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $88,000/year (~$42/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,196/mo in Macungie. The local median household income is $75,677/yr, meaning the typical Macungie household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Macungie?

Rent in Macungie has increased 10.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Macungie rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Macungie is one of the pricier cities in Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #27 out of 167 tracked cities at $2,196/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Macungie?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Macungie ($2,196/mo): Emmaus ($1,662/mo), Allentown ($1,732/mo), Whitehall ($1,891/mo).

What percentage of Macungie residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 49.2% of Macungie households are renters, while 50.8% are owner-occupied. Macungie leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Macungie rent compare to the national average?

Macungie's median rent of $2,196/mo is $231 (12%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #27 out of 167 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

35%

MODERATE

At $2,196/mo, rent takes ~35% of Macungie's median household income ($75,677/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Macungie 35%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3.07%

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