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Rental Market Trends

Carbon County, PA

As of August 2025, Carbon County's rental market is stable, offering a predictable rental market where most units lease within a few weeks. Carbon County's average rent is 31.8% ($505) lower than the Pennsylvania average of $1,589 and 39.4% ($706) lower than the U.S. average of $1,790.

Average Rent

$1,084

Monthly ChangeMonth Over Month Change

18.9% ($172)

Yearly ChangeYear Over Year Change

25.5% ($220)

Avg. Days on MarketAverage Days on Market

Unit Type	Average Rent	Monthly ChangeMonth Over Month Change	Yearly ChangeYear Over Year Change
1 Bed	$964	9.9% ($87)	12.2% ($105)
2 Beds	$1,077	1.5% ($16)	5.5% ($56)
3 Beds	$1,218	6.5% ($84)	1.2% ($14)

Cities within Carbon County	Average Rent	Avg. Rent vs. CarbonAverage Rent vs. Carbon County	Avg. Days on MarketAverage Days on Market
Lansford	$889	18% ($195)	40 days
Lehighton	$1,321	21.9% ($237)	43 days

Rental market trends are calculated using listing data from RentalSource.

Frequently Asked Questions

Carbon County Rental Market FAQs

Explore rental prices, market trends, and availability in Carbon County, PA.

What is the average rent in Carbon County, PA?

The average rent in Carbon County, PA is $1,084 per month.

What is the rental price range for homes in Carbon County, PA?

Homes in Carbon County typically rent for between $675 and $1,583 per month, with an average of $1,084 per month.

What is the average rent for different bedroom sizes in Carbon County, PA?

In Carbon County, the average rent for a 1-bedroom home is $964 per month, for a 2-bedroom home, $1,077 per month, and a 3-bedroom home is $1,218 per month.

How do rent prices in Carbon County, PA compare with the national average?

The average rent in Carbon County is 39.4% ($706) lower than the national average of $1,790 per month.

How have rent prices in Carbon County, PA changed recently?

The average rent in Carbon County has increased by 18.9% ($172) in the last month and increased by 25.5% ($220) over the past year.

How competitive is the rental market in Carbon County, PA?

The rental market in Carbon County, PA, is currently stable, offering a predictable rental market where most units lease within a few weeks.

How long do rentals stay on the market in Carbon County, PA?

In Carbon County, PA, the average rental stays on the market for approximately 41 days. While most properties are rented within this timeframe, factors like seasonality, demand, and property type can affect how quickly a rental leases.

How many rental properties are available in Carbon County, PA?

There are currently 23 rental properties available in Carbon County, PA.

Can I afford to rent a home in Carbon County, PA?

Based on the current averages, a household would need an annual income of $43,080 to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom home in Carbon County.