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Willow Grove

Pop. 14,131·36th most expensive in Pennsylvania·Rental market data updated monthly for Willow Grove, PA
Median rent (all units)
$2,004/mo
Year-over-Year
-0.7%
Month-over-Month
-2.3%
vs US Median
+$39
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Willow Grove · $2,004
More expensive than 59% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
25% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,004/mo, rent takes about 25% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$80,000/yr
Local median income
$98,064/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Willow Grove's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,460
1 BR
$1,610
2 BR
$1,920
3 BR
$2,310
4 BR+
$2,630
Research median
$1,920/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$24,048/yr
At $2,004/mo median
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Rents are softening (down 0.7% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-0.7% YoY, -2.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Willow Grove, PA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 42.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
14,131
Median income
$98,064
Median age
36.3
Renters
35.7%
Age distribution
23.3%
25.2%
23.2%
12.9%
15.4%
Under 1823.3%
18–3425.2%
35–5423.2%
55–6412.9%
65+15.4%
Gender
48.8%
51.2%
Male48.8%
Female51.2%
Race & ethnicity
76.1%
White76.1%
Black6.9%
Hispanic6.4%
Asian5.3%
Other5.4%
Education (25+)
25.6%
28.7%
42.9%
No HS diploma2.7%
HS diploma25.6%
Some college28.7%
Bachelor's+42.9%
Housing tenure
64.3%
35.7%
Owner64.3%
Renter35.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Willow Grove, PA has changed in 5 years

Income
$94,587 → $98,064
up 3.7%
Population
13,958 → 14,131
up 1.2%
Renter share
29.9% → 35.7%
+5.8 pts
Bachelor's+
41.4% → 42.9%
+1.5 pts
Median age
37.6 → 36.3
-1.3 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Willow Grove, PA now reports about $98,064, up from $94,587 in 2021. The population has grown by 1.2% since 2021, moving from about 13,958 residents to roughly 14,131. Renters now make up 35.7% of households, compared with 29.9% five years ago.

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Willow Grove rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Willow Grove, PA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Willow Grove is $2,004/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,460/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,920/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,610/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,310/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($98,064/yr), Willow Grove ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Willow Grove an affordable city for renters?

Willow Grove is considered affordable for renters. At $2,004/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($98,064/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Willow Grove falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Willow Grove?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $80,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,004/mo in Willow Grove. The local median household income is $98,064/yr, meaning the typical Willow Grove household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Willow Grove?

Rent in Willow Grove has decreased 0.7% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Willow Grove rent compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Willow Grove is one of the pricier cities in Pennsylvania for rent, ranking #36 out of 167 tracked cities at $2,004/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Willow Grove?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Willow Grove ($2,004/mo): Abington ($1,651/mo), Jenkintown ($1,659/mo), Horsham ($1,705/mo).

What percentage of Willow Grove residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35.7% of Willow Grove households are renters, while 64.3% are owner-occupied. Willow Grove leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Willow Grove rent compare to the national average?

Willow Grove's median rent of $2,004/mo is $39 (2%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #36 out of 167 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,004/mo, rent takes ~25% of Willow Grove's median household income ($98,064/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax3.07%
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