Cost of Living in Scranton, PA
Population: 76,074 • 2026 Data
$49,531
Median Household Income
-36% vs national
$991
Median Monthly Rent
-26% vs national
$141,700
Median Home Value
-58% vs national
5.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Scranton
The median home value in Scranton, PA is $141,700. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $991, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $994.
Rent-to-income ratio: 24.0%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Scranton, PA is $49,531. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5%, with a labor force of 35,629 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.