RentDataNowRentDataNow
ZIP Code · PA

ZIP 19382

Pop. 54,127·Chester County·30th most expensive ZIP in Pennsylvania
Median rent (all units)
$2,220/mo
Year-over-Year
+7.5%
Month-over-Month
+1.1%
vs US Median
+$255
Rising (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss 19382 rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
ZIP 19382 · $2,220
More expensive than 70% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,670
1 BR
$1,810
2 BR
$2,160
3 BR
$2,590
4 BR+
$2,890
Research median
$2,160/mo

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

Rent trends

12-month history

Loading…

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$26,640/yr
At $2,220/mo median
Location
StatePA
CountyChester County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 7.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+7.5% YoY, +1.1% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 19382 (West Chester, PA) is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 64% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
54,127
Median income
$132,091
Median age
40.9
Renters
29.1%
Age distribution
18%
25.7%
22.9%
13.4%
20.1%
Under 1818%
18–3425.7%
35–5422.9%
55–6413.4%
65+20.1%
Gender
50.1%
49.9%
Male50.1%
Female49.9%
Race & ethnicity
82%
White82%
Black6.1%
Hispanic4.5%
Asian5%
Other2.4%
Education (25+)
15.7%
18.2%
64%
No HS diploma2.2%
HS diploma15.7%
Some college18.2%
Bachelor's+64%
Housing tenure
70.9%
29.1%
Owner70.9%
Renter29.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 19382 in West Chester, PA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,591 → $2,220
up 39.5%
Income
$109,470 → $132,091
up 20.7%
Population
52,447 → 54,127
up 3.2%
Renter share
29.8% → 29.1%
-0.7 pts
Bachelor's+
63.1% → 64%
+0.9 pts
Median age
39.5 → 40.9
+1.4 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in ZIP 19382 in West Chester, PA has shifted from $1,591 to $2,220, up 39.5% since 2021. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $109,470 in 2021 to $132,091 more recently. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show ZIP 19382 in West Chester, PA adding about 1,680 residents over the five-year window, up 3.2% on net. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the ZIP 19382 in West Chester, PA market of 2021.

Community

Discussions about ZIP 19382

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

Local insights

Tips for renters in ZIP 19382

About renting in ZIP 19382

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 19382 covers West Chester, PA. The median rent here is $2,220/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,810/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,160/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($132,091/yr), ZIP 19382 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 19382?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 19382 (West Chester, PA) is $2,220. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 19382 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 19382's median rent of $2,220/mo is $255 (13%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 19382 compare to other ZIPs in Pennsylvania?

ZIP 19382 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, ranking #30 out of 270 ZIPs tracked at $2,220/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 19382?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $89,000/year (~$43/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,220/mo in ZIP 19382. The local median household income is $132,091/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 19382?

Rent in ZIP 19382 has increased 7.5% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 19382 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 19382 is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,220/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($132,091/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 19382 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 19382 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 29.1% of ZIP 19382 households are renters, while 70.9% are owner-occupied. ZIP 19382 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 19382 compare to the rest of West Chester?

ZIP 19382 is pricier than West Chester as a whole. At $2,220/mo, it's $19 above the West Chester citywide median of $2,201/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 19382 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 19382 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
20%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,220/mo, rent takes ~20% of ZIP 19382's median household income ($132,091/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 19382 20%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.07%
Compare

How does this area stack up?

Pick another city or ZIP to compare.

Schools nearby

Public schools near ZIP 19382 (West Chester, PA)

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for this ZIP.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.