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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Phoenixville, PA is $2,138. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Phoenixville cheaper than other Pennsylvania cities?

Phoenixville is one of the pricier cities in Pennsylvania, ranking #30 out of 167 cities tracked at $2,138/mo.

When was Phoenixville rent data last updated?

Phoenixville 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

Phoenixville

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Pop. 19,452·30th most expensive in Pennsylvania·Phoenixville rents are up 7.3% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,138/mo

Year-over-Year

+7.3%

Month-over-Month

+1.3%

vs US Median

+$173

Rising (Monthly)

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Phoenixville · $2,138

More expensive than 66% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

57/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% below what Phoenixville's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,138/mo

Expected by trend

$2,210/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,550

1 BR

$1,710

2 BR

$2,040

3 BR

$2,460

4 BR+

$2,790

Research median

$2,040/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

$25,656/yr

At $2,138/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 7.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+7.3% YoY, +1.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Phoenixville, PA is majority owner-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income above the national average, 56.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

19,452

Median income

$102,138

Median age

34.4

Renters

44.9%

Age distribution

19%

32.7%

26.5%

Under 1819%

18–3432.7%

35–5426.5%

55–649.9%

65+11.9%

Gender

51.5%

48.5%

Male51.5%

Female48.5%

Race & ethnicity

79.1%

White79.1%

Black5.1%

Hispanic7.6%

Asian4.1%

Other4%

Education (25+)

20.4%

16.7%

56.9%

No HS diploma6%

HS diploma20.4%

Some college16.7%

Bachelor's+56.9%

Housing tenure

55.1%

44.9%

Owner55.1%

Renter44.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Phoenixville, PA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,502 → $2,138

up 42.3%

Income

$86,747 → $102,138

up 17.7%

Population

18,437 → 19,452

up 5.5%

Renter share

49.5% → 44.9%

-4.6 pts

Bachelor's+

46.7% → 56.9%

+10.2 pts

Compared with 2021, rent in Phoenixville, PA has increased by $636 per month, settling near $2,138 after starting the period at $1,502. Household income in the area moved from $86,747 to $102,138 across the same window, up 17.7% versus 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 24.6 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 18,437 to 19,452 between 2021 and 2024, a 5.5% change. About 44.9% of households rent today, against 49.5% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 46.7% to 56.9%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Phoenixville, PA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Phoenixville on your salary?

At $2,138/mo, how Phoenixville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 27.4% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 38.6% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 33.5% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 18.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 14.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 41.3% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 45.7% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 37.1% income

stretched

By apartment size

Phoenixville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Phoenixville, PA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Phoenixville is $2,138/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,550/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,040/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,710/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,460/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($102,138/yr), Phoenixville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Phoenixville an affordable city for renters?

Phoenixville is considered affordable for renters. At $2,138/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($102,138/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Phoenixville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Phoenixville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $86,000/year (~$41/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,138/mo in Phoenixville. The local median household income is $102,138/yr, meaning the typical Phoenixville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Phoenixville?

Rent in Phoenixville has increased 7.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Phoenixville rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Phoenixville is one of the pricier cities in Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #30 out of 167 tracked cities at $2,138/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Phoenixville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Phoenixville ($2,138/mo): Spring City ($1,641/mo), Royersford ($1,944/mo).

What percentage of Phoenixville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 44.9% of Phoenixville households are renters, while 55.1% are owner-occupied. Phoenixville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Phoenixville rent compare to the national average?

Phoenixville's median rent of $2,138/mo is $173 (9%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #30 out of 167 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

25%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,138/mo, rent takes ~25% of Phoenixville's median household income ($102,138/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Phoenixville 25%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3.07%

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