Rental GuideScranton, PA

Scranton rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,355

Year Over Year Change

$27

Rentals available, last 30 days

274

Rent ranges for Scranton apartments

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

$0 - $750

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

25%

$751 - $1,500

71%

$0 - $750

25%

71%

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

The average rent in Scranton, PA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,355, which is a 2% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Scranton, PA is about $1,050. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Scranton, PA is $1,250, and studios are about $1,360 per month.

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

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

schools

9,262

students

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Who lives in Scranton, PA?

Gender

50% Male

50% Female

Age Range

0-19

25%

20-34

22%

35-44

11%

45-64

24%

65+

17%

Language

English

81%

Spanish

10%

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

12%

High School

56%

Bachelor's

22%

Master's

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Scranton, PA?

Families

37% Families

63% Single

Property

52% Renters

48% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

30%

25-50k

26%

50-75k

18%

75-100k

10%

100-150k

150k+

How do residents get around Scranton, PA?

Scranton locals spend about 20 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Scranton is through Newark Liberty International Airport, 92.86 miles away.

Walking

7/10

Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Cycling

5/10

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

Driving

6/10

This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

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

What is the cost of living in Scranton, PA?

The overall cost of living in Scranton, PA is 9% 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 Scranton you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $3.45 per carton, and milk $4.59. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $113.60 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.