Average Rent in Snyder County, PA↑ Rents rising 2.4% YoY
HUD FY2027 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 39,711
Market Overview
Snyder County, PA has rental prices ranging from $755/month to $1,551/month in 2027, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $865/month — 38% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $68,435/year, spending $865/month on a 1-bedroom represents 15% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Snyder County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,084/month, Snyder County ranks #26 most expensive of the 57 cities tracked in Pennsylvania — pricier than 62% of all US cities in our data.
The Snyder County Rental Market
The Snyder County, PA area has a population of about 39,711 and 26% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.
Rent Trends
2-bedroom rents in Snyder County, PA have risen by $25/month (2.4%) over the past year, from $1,059 to $1,084. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Snyder County, PA without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $34,600. The local median household income of $68,435 exceeds that threshold by $33,835, making Snyder County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Snyder County, PA has an unemployment rate of 2.8%, 1.1 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.
Neighborhoods
Home values — and by extension rent levels — vary significantly across Snyder County's neighborhoods. Among the highest-value areas are Kratzerville ($235,686 median home value), Hummels Wharf ($235,919 median home value), Kreamer ($249,891 median home value). Renters on a tighter budget may find better value in less central neighborhoods or in adjacent metros with lower overall rent levels.
Fair Market Rents
HUD FY2027Is Snyder County, PA Affordable?
Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.
Affordability Index(30% income rule)
Nearby Cities in PAlargest metros in the state
| City | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pike County | $1,270 | $1,279 | $1,657 | $2,152 | — |
| Pittsburgh | $1,075 | $1,146 | $1,389 | $1,773 | — |
| Allentown | $1,302 | $1,519 | $1,839 | $2,306 | — |
| Harrisburg | $1,166 | $1,285 | $1,598 | $2,055 | — |
| Scranton | $949 | $1,106 | $1,363 | $1,786 | — |
| Lancaster | $1,152 | $1,256 | $1,553 | $1,978 | — |
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