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ZIP 16146

Part of Sharon, PA
Pop. 12,936·Mercer County·252nd most expensive ZIP in Pennsylvania
Median rent (all units)
$1,023/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+17.2%
vs US Median
-$942
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ZIP 16146 · $1,023
More affordable than 97% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$690
1 BR
$780
2 BR
$980
3 BR
$1,360
4 BR+
$1,510
Research median
$980/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
$12,276/yr
At $1,023/mo median
Location
CitySharon
StatePA
CountyMercer County
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Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +17.2% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 16146 (Sharon, PA) is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
12,936
Median income
$45,670
Median age
43
Renters
47%
Age distribution
20.6%
22%
24.4%
14.7%
18.3%
Under 1820.6%
18–3422%
35–5424.4%
55–6414.7%
65+18.3%
Gender
49.1%
50.9%
Male49.1%
Female50.9%
Race & ethnicity
71.6%
18.7%
White71.6%
Black18.7%
Hispanic4.1%
Other5.3%
Education (25+)
43.5%
28.8%
18.4%
No HS diploma9.3%
HS diploma43.5%
Some college28.8%
Bachelor's+18.4%
Housing tenure
53%
47%
Owner53%
Renter47%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 16146 in Sharon, PA has changed in 5 years

Income
$35,886 → $45,670
up 27.3%
Population
13,222 → 12,936
down 2.2%
Renter share
49.7% → 47%
-2.7 pts
Bachelor's+
18.2% → 18.4%
+0.2 pts

Census figures show median household income at $45,670 today, compared with $35,886 five years earlier. Headcount in the area went from 13,222 to 12,936 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.2% change. About 47% of households rent today, against 49.7% in 2021.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 16146 covers Sharon, PA. The median rent here is $1,023/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $780/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $980/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($45,670/yr), ZIP 16146 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 16146?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 16146 (Sharon, PA) is $1,023. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 16146 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 16146's median rent of $1,023/mo is $942 (48%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 16146 compare to other ZIPs in Pennsylvania?

ZIP 16146 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, ranking #252 out of 270 ZIPs at $1,023/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 16146?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $41,000/year (~$20/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,023/mo in ZIP 16146. The local median household income is $45,670/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 16146?

Rent in ZIP 16146 has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 20, 2026.

Is ZIP 16146 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 16146 is considered affordable for renters. At $1,023/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($45,670/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 16146 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 16146 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 47% of ZIP 16146 households are renters, while 53% are owner-occupied. ZIP 16146 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 16146 compare to the rest of Sharon?

ZIP 16146 sits right at the Sharon citywide median of $1,023/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 16146 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 16146 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
27%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,023/mo, rent takes ~27% of ZIP 16146's median household income ($45,670/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 16146 27%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.07%
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