Scranton, PA Rent History

110 months of data, 2017–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-09)
$1,346
1-year change
+3.8%
$49/mo
5-year change
+26.0%
$278/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in Scranton

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2017
2017$779/mo—0.0%
2018$797/mo+2.3%+2.3%
2019$845/mo+6.0%+8.5%
2020$867/mo+2.6%+11.3%
2021$1,019/mo+17.5%+30.8%
2022$1,149/mo+12.8%+47.5%
2023$1,195/mo+4.0%+53.4%
2024$1,231/mo+3.0%+58.0%
2025$1,278/mo+3.8%+64.1%
2026$1,337/mo+4.6%+71.6%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in Scranton changed since 2017?

Median rent in Scranton, PA was $779 in 2017-08 and is $1,346 as of 2026-09 — a change of $567 per month over 9 years.

How much has Scranton rent increased in the last 5 years?

Over the past 5 years, median rent in Scranton, PA has changed +26.0% ($278 per month). The current median is $1,346.

Is rent in Scranton going up or down year over year?

Year over year, median rent in Scranton, PA has increased +3.8% ($49/mo). Current median: $1,346.

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Methodology: Rent figures use ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index) monthly smoothed seasonally-adjusted values for all properties (single family + condo + multifamily). Year-by-year table uses April readings (or nearest available month) for consistency across years. 1-/5-/10-year change uses the same month 2026 as the anchor.