How much does it cost to rent in Marcus Hook, PA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Marcus Hook, PA is $1,704. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Marcus Hook cheaper than other Pennsylvania cities?

Marcus Hook falls in the middle range for Pennsylvania, ranking #74 out of 167 cities at $1,704/mo.

When was Marcus Hook rent data last updated?

Marcus Hook 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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Marcus Hook

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Pop. 2,102·74th most expensive in Pennsylvania·Rental market data updated monthly for Marcus Hook, PA

Median rent (all units)

$1,704/mo

Year-over-Year

-3.1%

Month-over-Month

+1.3%

vs US Median

-$261

Rising (Monthly)

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Marcus Hook · $1,704

More affordable than 61% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

38% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,704/mo, rent takes about 38% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$68,000/yr

Local median income

$53,157/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Marcus Hook's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,230

1 BR

$1,350

2 BR

$1,610

3 BR

$1,940

4 BR+

$2,210

Research median

$1,610/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

$20,448/yr

At $1,704/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (-3.1% YoY, +1.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Marcus Hook, PA is majority renter-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

2,102

Median income

$53,157

Median age

39.3

Renters

64.2%

Age distribution

27.4%

20.8%

24.8%

14.5%

12.5%

Under 1827.4%

18–3420.8%

35–5424.8%

55–6414.5%

65+12.5%

Gender

46.2%

53.8%

Male46.2%

Female53.8%

Race & ethnicity

77.8%

16.4%

White77.8%

Black16.4%

Hispanic6.9%

Education (25+)

13.2%

45.7%

32.2%

No HS diploma13.2%

HS diploma45.7%

Some college32.2%

Bachelor's+8.9%

Housing tenure

35.8%

64.2%

Owner35.8%

Renter64.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Marcus Hook, PA has changed in 5 years

Income

$36,910 → $53,157

up 44.0%

Population

2,304 → 2,102

down 8.8%

Renter share

66.3% → 64.2%

-2.1 pts

Bachelor's+

14.5% → 8.9%

-5.6 pts

Median age

33.5 → 39.3

+5.8 yrs

Median household income climbed from $36,910 to $53,157 between 2021 and 2024, a 44.0% shift. Census counts show Marcus Hook, PA losing about 202 residents over the five-year window, down 8.8% on net. The renter share has eased from 66.3% to 64.2%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 14.5% to 8.9% across the same window.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Marcus Hook on your salary?

At $1,704/mo, how Marcus Hook rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 21.9% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 30.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 26.7% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 15% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 11.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 32.9% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 36.4% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 29.5% income

affordable

By apartment size

Marcus Hook rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Marcus Hook, PA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Marcus Hook is $1,704/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,230/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,610/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,350/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,940/mo.

At 38% of local median household income ($53,157/yr), Marcus Hook ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Marcus Hook an affordable city for renters?

Marcus Hook is considered moderate for renters. At $1,704/mo, rent takes approximately 38% of the local median household income ($53,157/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Marcus Hook slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Marcus Hook?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $68,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,704/mo in Marcus Hook. The local median household income is $53,157/yr, meaning the typical Marcus Hook household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Marcus Hook?

Rent in Marcus Hook has decreased 3.1% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Marcus Hook rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Marcus Hook is middle-of-the-pack for Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #74 out of 167 tracked cities at $1,704/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Marcus Hook?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Marcus Hook ($1,704/mo): Chester ($1,299/mo), Claymont ($1,628/mo).

What percentage of Marcus Hook residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 64.2% of Marcus Hook households are renters, while 35.8% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Marcus Hook has a strong rental market.

How does Marcus Hook rent compare to the national average?

Marcus Hook's median rent of $1,704/mo is $261 (13%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #74 out of 167 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

38%

MODERATE

At $1,704/mo, rent takes ~38% of Marcus Hook's median household income ($53,157/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Marcus Hook 38%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3.07%

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