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ZIP 15906

Pop. 9,504·Cambria County·266th most expensive ZIP in Pennsylvania
Median rent (all units)
$855/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-11.9%
vs US Median
-$1,110
Falling (Monthly)
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ZIP 15906 · $855
More affordable than 100% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$790
1 BR
$790
2 BR
$970
3 BR
$1,340
4 BR+
$1,390
Research median
$970/mo

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

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Last updated: May 18, 2026

Annual cost
$10,260/yr
At $855/mo median
Location
StatePA
CountyCambria County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -11.9% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 15906 (Johnstown, PA) is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
9,504
Median income
$43,284
Median age
45.5
Renters
34.5%
Age distribution
23.4%
13.7%
25.7%
15.7%
21.5%
Under 1823.4%
18–3413.7%
35–5425.7%
55–6415.7%
65+21.5%
Gender
52.5%
47.5%
Male52.5%
Female47.5%
Race & ethnicity
76.3%
13.8%
White76.3%
Black13.8%
Hispanic4%
Asian1.2%
Other4.6%
Education (25+)
52.1%
25.8%
14.3%
No HS diploma7.9%
HS diploma52.1%
Some college25.8%
Bachelor's+14.3%
Housing tenure
65.5%
34.5%
Owner65.5%
Renter34.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 15906 in Johnstown, PA has changed in 5 years

Income
$33,886 → $43,284
up 27.7%
Population
10,104 → 9,504
down 5.9%
Renter share
34.5% → 34.5%
+0.0 pts
Bachelor's+
12.5% → 14.3%
+1.8 pts
Median age
45 → 45.5
+0.5 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $33,886 to $43,284 across the same window, up 27.7% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 10,104 to 9,504 between 2021 and 2024, a 5.9% change.

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About renting in ZIP 15906

Last updated: May 18, 2026

ZIP code 15906 covers Johnstown, PA. The median rent here is $855/mo as of May 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $790/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $970/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($43,284/yr), ZIP 15906 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 15906?

As of May 18, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 15906 (Johnstown, PA) is $855. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 15906 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 15906's median rent of $855/mo is $1,110 (56%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 15906 compare to other ZIPs in Pennsylvania?

ZIP 15906 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, ranking #266 out of 268 ZIPs at $855/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 15906?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $34,000/year (~$16/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $855/mo in ZIP 15906. The local median household income is $43,284/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 15906?

Rent in ZIP 15906 has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of May 18, 2026.

Is ZIP 15906 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 15906 is considered very affordable for renters. At $855/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($43,284/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 15906 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 15906 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 34.5% of ZIP 15906 households are renters, while 65.5% are owner-occupied. ZIP 15906 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 15906 compare to the rest of Johnstown?

ZIP 15906 is more affordable than Johnstown overall. At $855/mo, it's $9 below the Johnstown citywide median of $864/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 15906 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 15906 reflects May 18, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
24%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $855/mo, rent takes ~24% of ZIP 15906's median household income ($43,284/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 15906 24%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.07%
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