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Average Rent in Clearfield County, PA Rents rising 7.5% YoY🔻 Cheapest in PA

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 78,902

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Market Overview

Clearfield County, PA has rental prices ranging from $681/month to $1,252/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $729/month — 48% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $60,181/year, spending $729/month on a 1-bedroom represents 15% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Clearfield County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $908/month, Clearfield County ranks #51 most expensive of the 51 cities tracked in Pennsylvania — more affordable than 69% of all US cities in our data.

The Clearfield County Rental Market

The Clearfield County, PA area has a population of about 78,902 and 22% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Clearfield County, PA have risen by $63/month (7.5%) over the past year, from $845 to $908. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Clearfield County, PA without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $29,160. The local median household income of $60,181 exceeds that threshold by $31,021, making Clearfield County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Clearfield County, PA has an unemployment rate of 3.8%, 0.1 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.

Neighborhoods

Home values — and by extension rent levels — vary significantly across Clearfield County's neighborhoods. Among the highest-value areas are Plymptonville ($102,864 median home value), Chester Hill ($142,668 median home value), Treasure Lake ($271,548 median home value). Renters on a tighter budget may find better value in less central neighborhoods or in adjacent metros with lower overall rent levels.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$681
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$729
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$908
7.5% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,246
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,252
Affordable
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Is Clearfield County, PA Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$36,320/year
Local median income: $60,181
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $908/month and 20% down on a home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in PAlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
Pike County$1,270$1,279$1,657$2,152
Pittsburgh$998$1,068$1,280$1,632
Allentown$1,033$1,213$1,507$1,924
Harrisburg$953$1,114$1,371$1,763
Scranton$779$928$1,123$1,462
Lancaster$986$1,106$1,393$1,820

Rent or Buy in Clearfield County?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Clearfield County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$908/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏢 Rent

Renting appears to be the better financial choice for this scenario.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $908/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

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