Cost of Living in Chester, PA
Population: 33,209 • 2026 Data
$39,809
Median Household Income
-49% vs national
$1,080
Median Monthly Rent
-20% vs national
$85,400
Median Home Value
-75% vs national
17.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Chester
The median home value in Chester, PA is $85,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,080, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $983.
Rent-to-income ratio: 32.6%. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, indicating housing costs may be a burden for median-income households.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Chester, PA is $39,809. The unemployment rate stands at 17.5%, with a labor force of 15,521 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.