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Newtown

Pop. 275·2nd most expensive in Pennsylvania·Newtown rents are up 7.2% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,829/mo
Year-over-Year
+7.2%
Month-over-Month
+1.5%
vs US Median
+$867
Rising (Monthly)
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Newtown · $2,829
More expensive than 87% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Rent Reality Score
46/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 2% above what Newtown's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent
$2,829/mo
Expected by trend
$2,774/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,020
1 BR
$2,220
2 BR
$2,650
3 BR
$3,190
4 BR+
$3,630
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$2,650/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,829 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$33,948/yr
At $2,829/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 7.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+7.2% YoY, +1.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Newtown, PA is majority owner-occupied, 12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
275
Median income
$67,917
Median age
52
Renters
1.7%
Age distribution
15.6%
16.4%
30.9%
25.1%
Under 1815.6%
18–3416.4%
35–5430.9%
55–6425.1%
65+12%
Gender
53.1%
46.9%
Male53.1%
Female46.9%
Race & ethnicity
98.9%
White98.9%
Hispanic1.1%
Education (25+)
66.2%
16.7%
12.6%
No HS diploma4.5%
HS diploma66.2%
Some college16.7%
Bachelor's+12.6%
Housing tenure
98.3%
Owner98.3%
Renter1.7%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Newtown, PA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,384 → $2,829
up 18.7%
Income
$72,500 → $67,917
down 6.3%
Population
230 → 275
up 19.6%
Renter share
8.3% → 1.7%
-6.6 pts
Bachelor's+
11.4% → 12.6%
+1.2 pts
Median age
50.1 → 52
+1.9 yrs

The median rent in Newtown, PA stood at $2,384 in 2022 and currently runs about $2,829, reflecting a 18.7% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $72,500 to $67,917 across the same window, down 6.3% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 19.6% since 2021, moving from about 230 residents to roughly 275. Renters now make up 1.7% of households, compared with 8.3% five years ago. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Newtown, PA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Newtown rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Newtown, PA

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Newtown is $2,829/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,020/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,650/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,220/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,190/mo.

At 50% of local median household income ($67,917/yr), Newtown ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Newtown an affordable city for renters?

Newtown is considered stretched for renters. At $2,829/mo, rent takes approximately 50% of the local median household income ($67,917/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Newtown significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Newtown?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $113,000/year (~$54/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,829/mo in Newtown. The local median household income is $67,917/yr, meaning the typical Newtown household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Newtown?

Rent in Newtown has increased 7.2% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Newtown rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Newtown is one of the pricier cities in Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #2 out of 169 tracked cities at $2,829/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Newtown?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Newtown ($2,829/mo): Morrisville ($1,637/mo), Levittown ($1,824/mo), Southampton ($2,270/mo).

What percentage of Newtown residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 1.7% of Newtown households are renters, while 98.3% are owner-occupied. Newtown leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Newtown rent compare to the national average?

Newtown's median rent of $2,829/mo is $867 (44%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #2 out of 169 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
50%
STRETCHED

At $2,829/mo, rent takes ~50% of Newtown's median household income ($67,917/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax3.07%
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