Average Rent in Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA
The Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom in Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA is $1,252 per month, based on HUD data. With a median household income of $63,656, a household would spend 23.6% of income on housing at Fair Market Rent. Rent has increased 20.5% year over year. The national median 2BR FMR is $1,250/mo for comparison.
Fair Market Rent by Bedroom
| Size | Monthly FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio | $863 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,028 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,252 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,631 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,766 |
Affordability
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $63,656 |
| Rent Burden (2BR FMR / Income) | 23.6% |
| Income Needed for 2BR (30% rule) | $50,080/yr |