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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Monroeville, PA is $1,312. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Monroeville cheaper than other Pennsylvania cities?

Monroeville is among the more affordable cities in Pennsylvania, ranking #129 out of 167 cities at $1,312/mo.

When was Monroeville rent data last updated?

Monroeville 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

Monroeville

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Pop. 28,295·129th most expensive in Pennsylvania·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,312/mo

Year-over-Year

+4.8%

Month-over-Month

-1.4%

vs US Median

-$653

Falling (Monthly)

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Monroeville · $1,312

More affordable than 87% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

47/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Monroeville's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$1,312/mo

Expected by trend

$1,292/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,160

1 BR

$1,240

2 BR

$1,490

3 BR

$1,900

4 BR+

$2,050

Research median

$1,490/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

$15,744/yr

At $1,312/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (4.8% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+4.8% YoY, -1.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Monroeville, PA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 46.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

28,295

Median income

$79,218

Median age

Renters

31.3%

Age distribution

18.4%

17.9%

27.5%

13%

23.2%

Under 1818.4%

18–3417.9%

35–5427.5%

55–6413%

65+23.2%

Gender

46.4%

53.6%

Male46.4%

Female53.6%

Race & ethnicity

70.2%

15.5%

White70.2%

Black15.5%

Hispanic4.7%

Asian5.2%

Other4.3%

Education (25+)

24.7%

26.2%

46.4%

No HS diploma2.7%

HS diploma24.7%

Some college26.2%

Bachelor's+46.4%

Housing tenure

68.7%

31.3%

Owner68.7%

Renter31.3%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Monroeville, PA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,140 → $1,312

up 15.1%

Income

$74,845 → $79,218

up 5.8%

Population

28,607 → 28,295

down 1.1%

Renter share

28.8% → 31.3%

+2.5 pts

Bachelor's+

44% → 46.4%

+2.4 pts

Median age

45.3 → 44

-1.3 yrs

The median rent in Monroeville, PA stood at $1,140 in 2022 and currently runs about $1,312, reflecting a 15.1% increase over the period. Median household income rose from $74,845 to $79,218 between 2021 and 2024, a 5.8% shift. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has contracted by 1.1% since 2021, moving from about 28,607 residents to roughly 28,295. Renters now make up 31.3% of households, compared with 28.8% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 46.4% of adults here, versus 44% in 2021. Taken together, the five-year picture in Monroeville, 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 Monroeville on your salary?

At $1,312/mo, how Monroeville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 16.8% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 23.7% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 20.6% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 11.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 25.3% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 28% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 22.8% income

affordable

By apartment size

Monroeville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Monroeville, PA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Monroeville is $1,312/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,160/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,490/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,240/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,900/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($79,218/yr), Monroeville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Monroeville an affordable city for renters?

Monroeville is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,312/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($79,218/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Monroeville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Monroeville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $52,000/year (~$25/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,312/mo in Monroeville. The local median household income is $79,218/yr, meaning the typical Monroeville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Monroeville?

Rent in Monroeville has increased 4.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Monroeville rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Monroeville is one of the more affordable cities in Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #129 out of 167 tracked cities at $1,312/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Monroeville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Monroeville ($1,312/mo): McKeesport ($1,031/mo), Oakmont ($1,160/mo).

What percentage of Monroeville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 31.3% of Monroeville households are renters, while 68.7% are owner-occupied. Monroeville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Monroeville rent compare to the national average?

Monroeville's median rent of $1,312/mo is $653 (33%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #129 out of 167 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

20%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,312/mo, rent takes ~20% of Monroeville's median household income ($79,218/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax3.07%

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