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Norristown

Pop. 35,893·69th most expensive in Pennsylvania·Rental market data updated monthly for Norristown, PA
Median rent (all units)
$1,763/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.4%
Month-over-Month
-0.5%
vs US Median
-$202
Falling (Monthly)
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Norristown · $1,763
More affordable than 56% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
66/100
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Rents are 8% below what Norristown's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,763/mo
Expected by trend
$1,911/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,465
1 BR
$1,620
2 BR
$1,925
3 BR
$2,315
4 BR+
$2,640
Research median
$1,925/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
$21,156/yr
At $1,763/mo median
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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 (+2.4% YoY, -0.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Norristown, PA is majority renter-occupied, 23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
35,893
Median income
$66,701
Median age
33.2
Renters
57.3%
Age distribution
24.9%
28.1%
26.2%
Under 1824.9%
18–3428.1%
35–5426.2%
55–6410.4%
65+10.4%
Gender
49.2%
50.8%
Male49.2%
Female50.8%
Race & ethnicity
29.6%
31.4%
34.8%
White29.6%
Black31.4%
Hispanic34.8%
Asian2.1%
Other2.2%
Education (25+)
15.4%
35.5%
25.6%
23.5%
No HS diploma15.4%
HS diploma35.5%
Some college25.6%
Bachelor's+23.5%
Housing tenure
42.7%
57.3%
Owner42.7%
Renter57.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Norristown, PA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,335 → $1,763
up 32.1%
Income
$55,354 → $66,701
up 20.5%
Population
35,607 → 35,893
up 0.8%
Renter share
58.3% → 57.3%
-1.0 pts
Bachelor's+
22.8% → 23.5%
+0.7 pts

Since 2021, the typical rent in Norristown, PA has increased from $1,335 to $1,763, a 32.1% change over five years. On the earnings side, the typical household in Norristown, PA now reports about $66,701, up from $55,354 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Norristown, PA reflects that arc in its own way.

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By apartment size

Norristown rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Norristown, PA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Norristown is $1,763/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,465/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,925/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,620/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,315/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($66,701/yr), Norristown ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Norristown an affordable city for renters?

Norristown is considered moderate for renters. At $1,763/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($66,701/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Norristown slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Norristown?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $71,000/year (~$34/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,763/mo in Norristown. The local median household income is $66,701/yr, meaning the typical Norristown household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Norristown?

Rent in Norristown has increased 2.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Norristown neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Norristown are 19401 ($1,651/mo), and 19403 ($1,960/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Norristown is $1,763/mo.

How does Norristown rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Norristown is middle-of-the-pack for Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #69 out of 167 tracked cities at $1,763/mo.

What percentage of Norristown residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 57.3% of Norristown households are renters, while 42.7% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Norristown has a strong rental market.

How does Norristown rent compare to the national average?

Norristown's median rent of $1,763/mo is $202 (10%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #69 out of 167 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
32%
MODERATE

At $1,763/mo, rent takes ~32% of Norristown's median household income ($66,701/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Norristown 32%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.07%
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