Rental GuideErie, PA

Erie rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,015

Year Over Year Change

-5%

$60

Rentals available, last 30 days

159

Rent ranges for Erie apartments

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

$0 - $750

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

14%

$751 - $1,500

66%

$0 - $750

16%

14%

66%

16%

How has rent in Erie, PA changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Erie, PA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,015, which is a 4.92% decrease year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Erie, PA is about $797. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Erie, PA is $1,100, and studios are about $750 per month.

See more Erie, PA rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Erie, PA?

schools

10,100

students

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Who lives in Erie, PA?

Gender

49% Male

51% Female

Age Range

0-19

26%

20-34

24%

35-44

10%

45-64

24%

65+

14%

Language

English

88%

Spanish

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

13%

High School

56%

Bachelor's

23%

Master's

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Erie, PA?

Families

33% Families

67% Single

Property

48% Renters

52% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

32%

25-50k

28%

50-75k

17%

75-100k

100-150k

150k+

How do residents get around Erie, PA?

Erie locals spend about 18 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Erie is through Buffalo Niagara International Airport, 88.84 miles away.

Walking

3/10

Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Cycling

5/10

More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Driving

9/10

Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

0/10

FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Scores for Erie are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

Satisfaction survey results for Erie, PA

We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Erie, 70% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is higher than the national average of 60%.

Top Three Reasons to Live in Erie

Affordable housing

80%Satisfaction rating

Job market

80%Satisfaction rating

Pet friendly

70%Satisfaction rating

Other Things to Consider

Public transportation

Parks & recreation

Quality schools

Nightlife

Weather

Cost of living

Dating scene

Public transportation

70%

Parks & recreation

70%

Quality schools

60%

Nightlife

50%

Weather

50%

Cost of living

50%

Dating scene

40%

70%

60%

50%

40%

Data last updated in 2024. Do you live here? Take our survey and share your experience.

How we got this data

What is the cost of living in Erie, PA?

The overall cost of living in Erie, PA is 2% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Erie you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost more. Eggs run about $4.24 per carton, and milk $4.50. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $125.47 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.

CATEGORY	AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE
Goods & Services	7% lower
Groceries	3% lower
Utilities	5% higher
Transportation	24% higher
Health	248% higher

CATEGORY

Goods & Services