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ZIP 15237

Pop. 43,588·Allegheny County·105th most expensive ZIP in Pennsylvania
Median rent (all units)
$1,706/mo
Year-over-Year
+5.3%
Month-over-Month
Stable
vs US Median
-$259
Stable (Monthly)
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ZIP 15237 · $1,706
More affordable than 58% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,220
1 BR
$1,310
2 BR
$1,580
3 BR
$2,020
4 BR+
$2,180
Research median
$1,580/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
$20,472/yr
At $1,706/mo median
Location
StatePA
CountyAllegheny County
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Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
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Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 15237 (Pittsburgh, PA) is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 60% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
43,588
Median income
$109,895
Median age
42.8
Renters
23.3%
Age distribution
20.5%
17.7%
26%
12.9%
22.9%
Under 1820.5%
18–3417.7%
35–5426%
55–6412.9%
65+22.9%
Gender
49.2%
50.8%
Male49.2%
Female50.8%
Race & ethnicity
86.9%
White86.9%
Black1.8%
Hispanic2.9%
Asian6.3%
Other2.1%
Education (25+)
19%
18.7%
60%
No HS diploma2.3%
HS diploma19%
Some college18.7%
Bachelor's+60%
Housing tenure
76.7%
23.3%
Owner76.7%
Renter23.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 15237 in Pittsburgh, PA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,306 → $1,706
up 30.6%
Income
$92,436 → $109,895
up 18.9%
Population
43,211 → 43,588
up 0.9%
Renter share
21.8% → 23.3%
+1.5 pts
Bachelor's+
57% → 60%
+3.0 pts

The median rent in ZIP 15237 in Pittsburgh, PA stood at $1,306 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,706, reflecting a 30.6% increase over the period. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 15237 in Pittsburgh, PA now reports about $109,895, up from $92,436 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. Renters now make up 23.3% of households, compared with 21.8% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 60% of adults here, versus 57% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 15237 in Pittsburgh, PA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 15237 covers Pittsburgh, PA. The median rent here is $1,706/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,310/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,580/mo.

At 19% of local median household income ($109,895/yr), ZIP 15237 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.3% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 15237?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 15237 (Pittsburgh, PA) is $1,706. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 15237 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 15237's median rent of $1,706/mo is $259 (13%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 15237 compare to other ZIPs in Pennsylvania?

ZIP 15237 falls in the middle range for Pennsylvania, ranking #105 out of 270 ZIPs at $1,706/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 15237?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $68,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,706/mo in ZIP 15237. The local median household income is $109,895/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 15237?

Rent in ZIP 15237 has increased 5.3% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 15237 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 15237 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,706/mo, rent takes approximately 19% of the local median household income ($109,895/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 15237 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 15237 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 23.3% of ZIP 15237 households are renters, while 76.7% are owner-occupied. ZIP 15237 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 15237 compare to the rest of Pittsburgh?

ZIP 15237 is pricier than Pittsburgh as a whole. At $1,706/mo, it's $113 above the Pittsburgh citywide median of $1,593/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 15237 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 15237 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
19%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,706/mo, rent takes ~19% of ZIP 15237's median household income ($109,895/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 15237 19%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.07%
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