Cost of Living in Bethlehem, PA
Population: 77,069 • 2026 Data
$66,443
Median Household Income
-14% vs national
$1,311
Median Monthly Rent
-3% vs national
$236,500
Median Home Value
-30% vs national
7.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Bethlehem
The median home value in Bethlehem, PA is $236,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,311, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,289.
Rent-to-income ratio: 23.7%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Bethlehem, PA is $66,443. The unemployment rate stands at 7.2%, with a labor force of 40,044 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.