Cost of Living in Beaver County, Pennsylvania
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Beaver County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Beaver County ranks #1,579 of 3,144 counties for affordability (top 50%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Beaver County, Pennsylvania
Beaver undercuts national averages
Beaver County renters spend 14.8% of income on housing—below both the national average and Pennsylvania's state average of 16.5%. The county achieves this affordability despite a median household income of $70,156, offering strong value in the Pittsburgh region.
Beaver ranks among PA's best
Beaver County sits in Pennsylvania's top tier for affordability, with a rent-to-income ratio of 14.8% well below the state average of 16.5%. Monthly rent of $867 runs $93 below the state average, delivering measurable savings.
Beaver balances cost and convenience
Beaver's $867 rent splits the difference between affordable Armstrong ($802) and pricey Allegheny ($1,111), offering both savings and urban access. Home values near $185,500 similarly position Beaver as a middle-ground between rural and metro markets.
Beaver's balanced housing burden
Renters spend $867 monthly (14.8% of income), while homeowners pay $1,001 (17.1%), leaving households with manageable housing costs. The county's lower overall cost structure means residents keep more than 82% of income for other needs.
Beaver for suburban balance
Beaver County delivers real affordability while remaining close to Pittsburgh's job market—ideal if you want savings without sacrificing convenience. Compare to Armstrong for maximum affordability or Allegheny for more urban amenities.
Cost of Living Advisory: Beaver County
Affordability Verdict
For renters in Beaver County, the market is affordable. Expect to pay around $867/month in gross rent, with 26.0% of renter households considered cost-burdened.
Rent vs. Own
At $867/month rent versus $1,001/month in owner costs, renting is roughly $134/month cheaper — a 13% difference.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $34,680/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $42,900/year. With a median household income of $70,156, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 26.0% of renter households in Beaver County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Compared to Clinton County where rent averages $815/month, Beaver County is approximately 6% more expensive.
Affordability Calculator
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Rent Burden
14.8%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,637
per month
Owner Cost Burden
17.1%
of gross income
You can likely afford the median home in Beaver County
Median home value is $185,500. Estimated monthly cost: $1,481 vs. your max of $1,637.
Rent Affordability Guide
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