salaryRent is lower than in 87% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs under 3 years of household income, which is easy by U.S. standards. Commutes are short, about 15.8 minutes. Most households rent (57%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $40,920 a year. That is $20 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Pennsylvania cities?
Yes. Rent here is cheaper than in most of Pennsylvania. It is number 53 of 269 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Williamsport?
Share of households by yearly income. 11.3% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Williamsport
| Size | Williamsport | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $698 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $829 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,044 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,212 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,495 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Williamsport overall?
Everyday prices in the Williamsport metro area are 8% below the U.S. average (index 92.3, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Williamsport
Life in Williamsport
What jobs pay in Williamsport
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $151,110 | 8.1% |
| Physician Assistant | $124,920 | 9.8% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $123,830 | 9.9% |
| Lawyer | $101,990 | 12.0% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $94,360 | 13.0% |
| Registered Nurse | $94,300 | 13.0% |
| Software Developer | $93,960 | 13.1% |
| Operations Manager | $93,610 | 13.1% |
| Civil Engineer | $91,770 | 13.4% |
| Dental Hygienist | $80,990 | 15.2% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $74,610 | 16.5% |
| Accountant | $69,880 | 17.6% |
| Police Officer | $66,710 | 18.4% |
| Electrician | $61,570 | 19.9% |
| Market Research Analyst | $61,260 | 20.0% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,200 | 20.1% |
| HVAC Technician | $59,260 | 20.7% |
| Plumber | $58,730 | 20.9% |
| Truck Driver | $56,290 | 21.8% |
| Carpenter | $53,340 | 23.0% |
| Medical Assistant | $40,530 | 30.3% |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,830 | 30.8% |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,570 | 31.8% |
| Customer Service Representative | $36,230 | 33.9% |
| Restaurant Cook | $32,340 | 38.0% |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,430 | 40.3% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $29,320 | 41.9% |
| Cashier | $27,190 | 45.1% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Williamsport?
About the same. Renting and owning cost within $48 of each other each month.
Owning assumes a typical $154,300 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $15,430 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Williamsport, PA?
Renting in Williamsport costs a median of about $1,023 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Pennsylvania median is $1,367.
How much do I need to make to live in Williamsport?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $40,920 a year, or $20 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Williamsport cheap or expensive?
Williamsport is rated OK: rent takes 23.3% of the typical household income of $52,686. It ranks 53rd cheapest of 269 Pennsylvania cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Williamsport?
The median homeowner in Williamsport pays $2,737 a year in property taxes, about 1.77% of the median home value.
Is Williamsport more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 8% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Williamsport?
The median home value in Williamsport is $154,300, about 2.9 times the typical yearly household income.
27,612 people live in Williamsport. Numbers are typical (middle) values.